Rainbows End Merlot
4 Stars Platter
Rainbows End Merlot is regarded by Neil Pendock of the Platter Guide as one of the best in South Africa, and I have to agree. The 2014 was exceptional but has sold very quickly hence we are already onto the 2015. This is also excellent and drinking well, but will improve significantly with a little bottle age. Rainbows End is one of my favourite wineries and this Merlot is one of my favourite wines. This is well worth trying to see for yourself just how good top quality South African Merlot can be.
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1543
£14.99
Rainbows End Merlot
Platter 4 Stars
Text from Rainbow's End website:
Composition: 100 % Merlot (Italian clone 12 and French clone 348)
Tasting Notes: Deep crimson colour. Whiffs of cedar on the nose. Plums and ripe Mulberries on the palate. Velvety mouth feel, with sturdy rounded tannins and a long lasting finish.
Maturation: 12 Months in 33.3% new wood, 33.3% second fill and 33.3% third fill French barrels. Two rackings during wood maturation. Thereafter bottled without filtering or fining. Natural deposits may therefore be found in the bottle. Can be enjoyed now but is anticipated to reach its optimum in 2-5 years time.
| Location | Banhoek, Stellenbosch |
|---|---|
| Winery | Rainbows End |
| Winery status | Tiny family winery |
| Winemaker | Anton Malan |
| Annual production | Low |
| Grapes | Merlot |
| Product awards | Platter 4 Stars |
| Gold Medals |  |
| Style | Big and smooth |
| ABV | 14 |
| Bottle Size | 75cl |
| Vintage | 2015 |
| Percentage score | 90 |
| Sustainable farming | Yes |
| Sulphite level | Low |
| John's Rating |  |
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