Award Winning
Thelema Merlot Reserve 2022
R575,00
This wine is a limited release of the finest Merlot of the vintage. On the nose, ripe cherries, succulent raspberries, and delicate blackcurrant notes intertwine elegantly with hints of cedar, sandalwood, and baking spices. The palate offers a symphony of red fruit flavours, led by strawberries and black cherries, balanced by refined acidity, velvety tannins, and subtle minerality. This Merlot exemplifies elegance and balance, offering a sophisticated yet approachable expression.
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In the cellar
The grapes are de-stalked, hand sorted, the whole berries are pumped into stainless steel fermentation. Tanks, inoculated with a cultured yeast and pumped over once a day until the desired level of colour and tannin extraction has been achieved. After fermentation the wine is pressed and racked to barrel for malolactic fermentation.
In the vineyard
Wet, cool climate conditions allowed replenishment of water reserves and slow ripening period
Ageing
18 months in 55% new French oak barrels
Cultivar
Merlot
Food Pairing
Perfect for pairing with dishes like seared duck breast, mushroom risotto, or aged Gruyère
Awards and Recognition
Tim Atkin South Africa Special Report 2025 – 95 points
