Winery HartenbergThe Snuffbox Merlot
Red wine
In the mouth this red wine is a powerful.
This wine generally goes well with beef, veal or lamb.
Taste structure of the The Snuffbox Merlot from the Winery Hartenberg
Light | Bold | |
Smooth | Tannic | |
Dry | Sweet | |
Soft | Acidic |
In the mouth the The Snuffbox Merlot of Winery Hartenberg in the region of Western Cape is a powerful.
Wine flavors and olphactive analysis
On the nose the The Snuffbox Merlot of Winery Hartenberg in the region of Western Cape often reveals types of flavors of non oak, earth or oak.
Food and wine pairings with The Snuffbox Merlot
Pairings that work perfectly with The Snuffbox Merlot
Original food and wine pairings with The Snuffbox Merlot
The The Snuffbox Merlot of Winery Hartenberg matches generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or veal such as recipes of authentic bolognese sauce (ragù di carne), fillet of lamb in potato dressing or veal blanquette à l'ancienne.
Details and technical informations about Winery Hartenberg's The Snuffbox Merlot.
Discover the grape variety: Merlot
Round and fleshy reds with a velvety texture, showing aromas of ripe plum, black cherry, cocoa and truffle notes with age. Supple tannins, generous alcohol, indulgent finish. Pillar of Libournais (Pomerol with Pétrus, Saint-Émilion with Cheval Blanc and Ausone) and signature of Super Tuscans, Italian Wales and Washington State. A cross of Cabernet Franc × Magdeleine Noire, France's most planted red variety.
Last vintages of this wine
The best vintages of The Snuffbox Merlot from Winery Hartenberg are 0, 2007
Informations about the Winery Hartenberg
The Winery Hartenberg is one of of the world's great estates. It offers 48 wines for sale in the of Stellenbosch to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine region of Stellenbosch
Showcase of the South African vineyard: signature Cabernet Sauvignon as king red — structured and age-worthy with notes of blackcurrant, blackberry, cedar, tobacco and a menthol touch, firm tannins. Emblematic national Pinotage (created 1925) opulent and smoky (blackberry, coffee, leather). Fleshy Shiraz, supple Merlot as complement. Vibrant Chenin Blanc, ample Chardonnay and lively Sauvignon in whites.
The wine region of Western Cape
Cradle of South African wine. Signature Chenin Blanc (Steen, 20%) in ample, fresh whites with notes of quince, yellow apple, honey and acacia flower, from crisp dry to sweet. Sharp, iodised Sauvignon Blanc (Walker Bay, Constantia), balanced Chardonnay. Reds: emblematic Pinotage with roasted aromas (coffee, plum, smoke), firm Cabernet Sauvignon, spicy Syrah.
The word of the wine: De-vatting
Separation of the fermented juice from all solid particles (skin, pips, deposit of lees) by transferring it to a second tank.
