COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon
PRODUCER
Meerlust Estate
REGION
Western Cape
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Meerlust Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 is a single-varietal wine from Stellenbosch, South Africa. Produced by Meerlust Estate, a winery with a history dating back to 1756 and owned by the Myburgh family for eight generations, the estate's name signifies 'pleasure of the sea.' The vineyards are situated in a region influenced by False Bay, which contributes to the ripening process. The 2020 vintage was characterized by a balanced growing season following good winter rainfall and a warm spring, leading to even ripening.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€25
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Meerlust means 'pleasure of the sea' in Dutch.
Fact 02
The estate is a national monument in South Africa.
Fact 03
The Myburgh family has owned Meerlust for over 260 years.
Fact 04
The wine is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from four distinct terroirs.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Meerlust Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 involved hand-picking grapes from three distinct parcels, which were vinified separately. Components underwent malolactic fermentation in barrel for six months. Following this, the wine was blended and matured for an additional 12 months in barrel, with 50% of the barrels being new French oak, for a total of 18 months of barrel aging.
