Merlot Bottle From Overgaauw, Stellenbosch, South Africa.

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Overgaauw Estate Reserve Merlot 2020

Name: Overgaauw Estate Reserve Merlot 2020 | Simon Wine Emporium
Brand: Overgaauw
SKU: OVE_002
Price: 275.00 ZAR
Availability: InStock

R275,00

This is a well-structured, medium-bodied wine with a rich combination of sumptuous black cherry fruit, hints of cocoa powder and elegant spicy oak notes. The fine but firm tannins are complemented by a mouth-filling fruity and lingering complexity.

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Specifications

SKU: OVE_002 Alcohol Volume: 14.5% Sugar: 2.3 g/l

Winery: OvergaauwType of wine: Red WineCultivar: MerlotFood Pairing: Meat, Spicy FoodCategory: Stellenbosch Valley, Wine

In the cellar

The Overgaauw Merlot is still made in its original ’Cape Claret’ style. David selects certain pockets within the vineyard that shows great fruit concentration and reflects the uniqueness of Overgaauw’s Merlot.

In the vineyard

Stellenbosch Kloof, 180m above sea level, south west facing, 15km from False Bay.

Ageing

18 months

Cultivar

94% Merlot; 6% Cabernet Franc

Food Pairing

Rare roast beef, grilled leg of lamb with fresh herbs, roasted lamb with creamy blue cheese and nuts, duck and cherry pie, osso bucco and even mild red meat Thai dishes.