Quoin Rock Merlot 2021
R550,00
Discover a captivating wine with an enchanting melody of fresh red fruit, graphite, and pencil shavings, leading to refined, lingering tannins. The palate is a harmonious blend of cranberries, cherry, and plums, elegantly balanced to perfection. Flavours of dark chocolate and cigar box create a luxurious mouthfeel, while the cedar notes add a layer of complexity and depth. The savoury red fruit flavours continue to shine, with notes of black pepper providing a gentle, warming spice. This wine is a masterpiece of sophistication, showcasing meticulous craftsmanship and leaving a lasting impression of elegance and balance.
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In the cellar
Grapes from our best Merlot vineyards on the farm are processed into a variety of stainless steel and French oak open fermenters for the duration of fermentation. 4-5 Punch downs took place daily for optimal extraction for the first two-thirds of fermentation, and thereafter only gentle pump-overs were performed. Wines were left on their skins for 21 days of post fermentation maceration before pressing took place. Wines were left to age in 46% 1st fill and 39% 2nd fill French oak barrels. 83% of the wine was aged in 225L barrels and 17% in 500L barrels. After approximately 24 months wines were removed from their ageing vessels, then blended, and prepared for bottling. The final wine was aged in bottle for 12 months before release.
Ageing
After approximately 24 months wines were removed from their ageing vessels, then blended, and prepared for bottling. The final wine was aged in bottle for 12 months before release.
Awards and Recognition
2024 Taransaud Top 10
