Hoopenburg Merlot 2018

Tasting Notes
Analysis & Info

Some of the best Merlots find their origins in Stellenbosch. Being cooler, the region gives the wine body and intensity. This wine is well rounded and smooth, well structured, with an abundance of red fruit. Soft, yet lingering tannins complete this beautiful wine.

Technical Analysis
alc	14.5
rs	2.5
pH	3.61
ta	4.9
Wine Information
Accolades
Brand Group	The Hoopenburg Estate range
Other	The origin of these grapes stems from a 11 year old bush-vine vineyard in the Stellenbosch region. Harvesting took place at a balling of 24°. Crushed and destemmed berry fermentation was allowed for sixteen days in stainless steel tanks, where-after pressing and ageing in French oak barrels (20% new, the rest second– and third-fill) occurred for 20 months. Minimal filtration and bottling followed afterwards.
Winemaker	Helanie Olivier
Variety	Merlot
BlendPercent	100% Merlot
FoodSuggest	This soft and palatable wine pairs well with a variety of red meats, cold meats and carpaccio. It is great with pasta dishes and delicious with crab curry.
Ageing	The wine can be enjoyed now and will age very well for the next 3 years.
Style
body	Medium
style	Dry
taste	Fragrant
type	Red
Type
Organic	0
Vegetarian	0
Pack
Closure	Cork
Pack Size	750ml
Pack Type	Bottle