Merlot Reserve 2019

Vergelegen, teknisk ark/fact sheet (vergelegen.co.za – linket fra vergelegen.co.za, hentet 2026-10-18): 2019 Vergelegen Merlot Reserve; 100% Merlot; alkohol 14.5%. Producentens noter (engelsk): Tech sheet: Merlot Reserve 2019 TASTE Ripe plum colour with a ruby rim. The nose shows flavours of red berries, dark chocolate and warm subtle spice notes. The ripeness of the fruit is balanced by a fresh fruity acidity and soft tannins. BLEND 100% Merlot VINEYARDS Sourced from Vergelegen's Rooiland, Saddle, Nursery & Stonepine. SOILS Pinedene, Hutton & Clovelly soil forms (all Oxidic group) VINIFICATION Picked at peak physiological ripeness to avoid the necessity of adding acid and prevent the extraction of hard tannins.The young wine was left to macerate on its skins for a further 7 weeks before fermentation. Malolactic fermentation was induced in stainless steel tanks and was followed by maturation in 225L French oak barrels for 16 months before bottling. PAIRINGS Serve with tomato based dishes like pizza, stews or soup. AGING Drink now or over the next 5 years. TECH Alcohol - 14.5% RS - 3.6/l PH - 3.68 TA - 5.7 www.vergelegen.co.za