Merlot 2017 - Zonnebloem

The Merlot from Zonnebloem reveals itself in the glass in a ruby red and seduces with the wonderful aromas of dark berry fruits, such as blueberries and blackberries. This bouquet is rounded off by hints of tobacco and oak.

This elegant red wine from South Africa is present on the palate with delicious red fruit notes and is accessible with perfectly integrated and balanced tannins.

Vinification for the Zonnebloem Merlot

The grapes for this Merlot from Stellenbosch were harvested by hand and then fermented for 10 to 12 days. After the malolactic fermentation, the wine aged in a combination of barrels of French and American oak, as well as steel tanks for a period of 12 months.

Food recommendation for the Zonnebloem Merlot

Enjoy this dry red wine with duck leg with gingerbread crust on an orange sauce or with chicken wings.