Winery Stellenbosch DriveMerlot
wine
This wine generally goes well with
The Merlot of the Winery Stellenbosch Drive is in the top 0 of wines of Stellenbosch.
Details and technical informations about Winery Stellenbosch Drive's Merlot.
Discover the grape variety: Rouge du Pays
Structured and elegant reds with a deep ruby robe, firm yet melted tannins and a dense palate with fine acidity, showing signature aromas of red fruits (morello cherry, raspberry), spices, pepper and Alpine mineral notes. Fine Valaisan ageing potential. Star of the great Valaisan reds on the sun-drenched slopes of the Swiss Rhône, a typical expression of Alpine terroir. Valaisan synonym for Cornalin, native black grape from Valais, identical to Cornalin from the Aosta Valley.
Informations about the Winery Stellenbosch Drive
The Winery Stellenbosch Drive is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 11 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: Trader-Handler
Champagne term for a merchant who buys grapes to make a Champagne wine himself.
