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Swartland Winery Founders Western Cape Merlot 2023

£80.87
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6 bottle(s) at £13.48 per bottle.
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Swartland Winery Founders Western Cape Merlot 2023

  • Grapes Merlot 100%
  • Country South Africa
  • Region: Western Cape
  • Abv 13.5 %
  • Body Value: B (A is light, E is full-bodied)
    Residual Sugar: 3.7
    Contains Sulphites: Yes
    Vegetarian/Vegan: Yes/No
    Milk/Eggs: No/Yes
    Organic: No
    Biodynamic: No
  • Case size 6/ 75cl
  • Winemaker Marius Prins
  • Closure Screwcap
  • A wonderfully complex and forthcoming nose delivers aromas of forest floor, crushed leaves, deep ripe black cherries, plums, and raspberries, enhanced by a hint of vanilla. The dark fruit flavours echo on the palate and are enveloped in earthy, spicy notes. They are balanced, with integrated oak and a moreish, soft finish.

The Swartland name originates from a description of the Indigenous "reposters" or rhino bush, which appears to turn black ("Swart" in Afrikaans) during the summer months. This hot, dry climate has an average temperature range of 20°C to 35°C and an annual rainfall of 450 mm and 600mm, but the altitude of these vineyards creates a cool oasis in this arid landscape. Minimal intervention and environmentally friendly farming practices are paramount. 80% of the vineyards are small bush vines with an average yield of six tonnes per hectare; the fruit quality is exceptional.

More Information
Price£67.39
CountrySouth Africa
Vintage2023
Bottles Per Case6
Bottle Size75
2 cases 10% offNo
Winery

This is a wild country, Swartland, with big open skies, arid deserts, a vast flowing landscape, and an unforgiving climate and rugged bush vines. The contrast with manicured Constantia and oh-so-cool Stellenbosch couldn't be greater. But right now, Swartland is the most exciting wine region in South Africa. A new wave of winemakers are making ground-breaking wines from Rhône varietals, and it is part of a revolution that has got everybody talking. The Swartland Winery produces iconic and award-winning wines in this fashionable and dynamic region, so we have joined forces with them to create a unique, distinctive and expressive wine range that has been masterfully blended for the UK palate. They are a WIETA-compliant producer committed to ethical trade. As advocates of the Integrated Production of Wine (IPW) code, they manage their vineyards by limiting herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides. We think something this good is definitely worth talking about! 

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