Dornier Merlot 750ml

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Bright ruby-red colour.
• Aroma: Intense aromas of cherry, dark berries, and subtle hints of regional fynbos.
• Palate: Characterized by freshness, concentration, and balance. It delivers dominant flavors of ripe black cherries, plums, and black currant.
• Finish: Features a lengthy fullness with an understated class and elegant tannin structure.

Production & Vineyard Details

• Origin: Grown on the south-westerly slopes of the Stellenbosch Mountain.
• Soil: Decomposed red and yellow granite with a high clay content, providing optimal moisture control and vine balance.
• Accolades: This specific vintage received the Gilbert & Gaillard Gold award.
• Aging: Traditionally matured in French oak barrels to gently integrate subtle wood characters while preserving fruit integrity

Food Pairings
This dry red wine pairs exceptionally well with:

• Game meats (such as Kudu)
• Roasted and stewed red meats
• Mature, aged cheeses