Vergelegen Merlot Reserve 2021
- Vergelegen Estate
- Red wine - dry
- South Africa - Stellenbosch
- Merlot
- John Platter: 4 Sterne / 89 Punkte
- Tim Atkin 2024: 93 Punkte
€19.90*
% €23.35* (14.78% saved)Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
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The Vergelegen Merlot Reserve 2021 captivates with its stunning plum hue, complemented by a ruby rim. The bouquet unfolds with layers of dark, ripe cherries and plums, intertwining with intriguing spicy notes and a whisper of chocolate. Delicate oak nuances harmonize seamlessly with the succulent fruit flavors, creating a lingering finish that epitomizes elegance. A true masterpiece in the realm of Merlot!
Die Trauben wurden zum optimalen Zeitpunkt geerntet und die Gärung erfolgte in Edelstahltanks bei geregelten 25°C mit zwei verschiedenen Hefenkulturen (D21 und D254). Der Wein reifte anschließend 16 Monate lang in 225 Liter Fässern aus französischer Eiche.
| Main grape varietal: | Merlot |
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| Taste: | dry |
| Wine region: | Stellenbosch |
| bottle closure: | cork |
| bottle size [liter]: | 0,75 |
| country of origin: | South Africa |
| ratings: | John Platter 4 Sterne, Tim Atkin 93/100 |
| single varietal / blend: | mono varietal |
| vinification and maturation: | Barrique |
| vintage: | 2021 |
| wine type: | Red wine |
| Alcohol concentration [Vol%]: | 14.5 |
|---|---|
| Residual sugar [g/l] | 3.3 |
| pH-value | 3.42 |
| Acid content [g/l] | 5.9 |
| Legal drinking age | 16 |
|---|---|
| Distributor | Weinland Ariane Abayan GmbH & Co. KG, D-20251 Hamburg |
| Recommended dishes | Gerichte auf Tomatenbasis, Rinderragu-Nudeln, Gourmet Pizza |
| Grape varietals | Merlot |
| Serving temperature [°C] | 18 °C |
| Storable up to (at perfect conditions) | 2030 |
| Winemaker | Luke O'Cuinneagain |
- John Platter: 4 Sterne / 89 Punkte
- Tim Atkin 2024: 93 Punkte
- Jahrgang 2020 - Tim Atkin 2024: 91 Punkte