Red Wines from South Africa

Meerlust Merlot 2023

The Meerlust Merlot comes from the traditional Meerlust Estate in Stellenbosch - a wine estate that has been synonymous with top South African wines for centuries. This single-varietal Merlot cuvée impressively demonstrates how complex and long-lasting the grape variety can be vinified in the cooler locations of the Cape Winelands.The wine shines a deep ruby red in the glass. Intense aromas of black plums, dark cherries and fine herbs unfold on the nose, accompanied by hints of mocha, tobacco and subtle spice. On the palate, the Merlot is powerful and juicy with ripe, dark fruit flavors and a present but elegant acidity. Notes of cherry tobacco, black pepper and delicate wood provide multi-layered depth. The finish is long, structured and supported by fine-grained tannins - a wine with excellent ageing potential.The wine is aged for a total of 18 months: first, the individual vineyards are vinified separately and matured in small French barriques. After blending, the wine is matured further in oak, with around 40% new wood being used. The wine is then further refined in the bottle before being sold.Meerlust Merlot is an excellent accompaniment to braised lamb, fillet of beef with mushroom jus, mature hard cheese or pasta with dark sauces. Enjoy it at a drinking temperature of 16-18 °C.The Meerlust Merlot has an intense, dark color in the glass. The bouquet combines notes of brambly fruit, mulberry, licorice and damson plum, with a hint of dark chocolate and spices. On the palate, this red wine offers generous Merlot fruit, with structured acidity and yet soft tannins, as well as a pronounced length and minerality.The Merlot from the Meerlust winery is an excellent accompaniment to red meat, game and strong cheeses.

Content: 0.75 litre (€31.87 / 1 litre)

€23.90

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Meerlust Pinot Noir 2024

The Meerlust Pinot Noir comes from the historic Meerlust Estate in Stellenbosch, which is known for its characterful wines. This Pinot Noir embodies the terroir of South Africa with elegance and finesse.In the glass, the wine displays a brilliant ruby red color. The nose is treated to intense aromas of red berries such as cherries and raspberries, accompanied by subtle notes of spices, dried herbs, and a hint of earthy nuances. On the palate, it is silky with well-integrated tannins, fresh acidity, and a long, harmonious finish.The hand-harvested grapes come from the cooler plots of the Meerlust vineyard. After careful selection, fermentation takes place in open tanks to optimally preserve the aromas. This red wine is then aged in French barriques, which lend it a subtle spiciness and additional structure.The Meerlust Pinot Noir is a versatile pairing for meals. It pairs superbly with braised duck, rack of lamb, grilled tuna, or mushroom risotto. It is also an excellent choice with medium-bodied cheeses.An expressive Pinot Noir with a South African character—ideal for connoisseurs who appreciate refined, elegant wines.

Content: 0.75 litre (€34.33 / 1 litre)

€25.75

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Meerlust Red 2022

The Meerlust Red is an elegant red wine cuvée from Stellenbosch that perfectly reflects the terroir and expertise of the famous Meerlust wine estate. As the "second wine" of the legendary Meerlust Rubicon, this blend offers a more accessible yet complex alternative with intense fruit, fine spice and a smooth tannin structure.The grapes for the Meerlust Red come from the same first-class vineyards as the Rubicon. The cuvée usually consists of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc, although Malbec or Petit Verdot may also be added depending on the vintage. After temperature-controlled fermentation, the wine matures for 12 months in French oak barrels to give it additional depth and elegance.In the glass, the Meerlust Red is a deep ruby red with violet reflections. The nose is dominated by ripe dark berries, black cherries and cassis, complemented by subtle notes of cedar wood, spices and dark chocolate. On the palate, it is harmonious and supple with soft tannins, lively acidity and a long, spicy finish.This South African cuvée is an ideal accompaniment to grilled beef, lamb or hearty stews. It also unfolds its full complexity with mature cheese or pasta with strong sauces.Enjoy this elegant red wine at a drinking temperature of 16-18 °C and be inspired by the Meerlust quality.

Content: 0.75 litre (€22.00 / 1 litre)

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Meerlust Rubicon 2023

Rubicon is the flagship wine from Meerlust Wine Estate. This intense and elegant wine shows everything: complexity and depth that are so characteristic of Meerlust wines. The dry red wine from South Africa is full and rich in flavor with creamy, concentrated fruit. Juicy and lively tannins and earthy tones.A super dark ruby red in the glass, almost opaque. A light orange hue shimmers at the edge of the glass. A smoky aroma rises to the nose. Then, with a little air, the bouquet develops into dark berries, yet not overloaded, but fresh and clear.The Rubicon is an intense experience on the palate. The fruity notes from the nose are echoed on the palate and are reminiscent of black cherry and blackcurrant. This is followed by aromas reminiscent of a cigar box. Enormous concentration and complexity on the palate. With juicy tannins. Further aromas can be perceived, reminiscent of milk chocolate, cocoa, then plums and blueberries, but also sweetish roasted aromas. There is also a hint of tobacco. And a fine spicy character in the long finish.The vineyards of Meerlust extend on a steep strip on the western flank of the Helderberg, in the south of the Stellenbosch region, about 5 kilometers from False Bay, from which a cool breeze always blows.

Content: 0.75 litre (€43.33 / 1 litre)

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Meerlust Rubicon Magnum in presentation tube 1.5 liter magnum 2022

Perfect as a gift: 1.5 liters of top South African wine in a gift tube.A super dark ruby red in the glass, almost opaque. A light orange hue shimmers at the edge of the glass. A smoky aroma rises to the nose. Then, with a little air, the bouquet develops into dark berries, yet not overloaded, but fresh and clear.An intense experience on the palate: the fruity notes from the nose are echoed on the palate and are reminiscent of black cherry and blackcurrant. This is followed by aromas reminiscent of cigar box. Enormous concentration and complexity on the palate. With juicy tannins.Further aromas are reminiscent of milk chocolate, cocoa, then plums and blueberries, but also sweet toast aromas. There is also a hint of tobacco. It also has a fine spicy character in the long finish.Growing area: The vineyards are located on a steep strip on the western flank of the Helderberg, in the south of Stellenbosch, about 5 kilometers from False Bay, from which a cool breeze always blows.Soil composition: Alluvial red clay soil, interspersed with weathered granite.Rubicon is the flagship of Meerlust. This intense and elegant wine shows everything - complexity and depth that are so characteristic of Meerlust wines. The wine is full and rich in flavor, with creamy, concentrated fruit. Juicy and lively tannins and earthy tones.Also available as Meerlust Rubicon 0.75 liter bottle.

Content: 1.5 litre (€43.33 / 1 litre)

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Miles Mossop Chapters Cabernet Sauvignon 2022

The Miles Mossop Chapters Cabernet Sauvignon comes from the South African wine estate Miles Mossop in Stellenbosch, known for handcrafted, terroir-driven wines. Miles Mossop pursues a clear philosophy: grapes from exceptional vineyards are harvested at the optimum point of ripeness and guided through the natural winemaking process to produce expressive, individual wines. Each "chapter" tells its own story and reflects the characteristics of the vineyard.This single varietal Cabernet Sauvignon comes from an old vineyard in the Polkadraai Ward, growing on weathered granite and sandy loam soil with coffee stone gravel. The grapes are harvested by hand, sorted into bunches and berries and undergo a 5-day cold maceration. Fermentation takes place spontaneously in stainless steel tanks, accompanied by gentle pump-overs. This red wine then matures for 22 months in small 225-liter French oak barrels, 15% of which are new, with regular ageing on the lees and malolactic fermentation, before being bottled unfined and unfiltered.In the glass, the Miles Mossop Chapters Cabernet Sauvignon is a deep garnet red. The nose reveals dark berry aromas, cassis, blackberries, dried herbs, tobacco spice and a hint of vanilla. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied with ripe dark fruits, a rich mid-palate, fine roasted flavors and lingering tannins that lead into a dry, elegant finish.This wine is an excellent accompaniment to charcuterie, grilled meat or strong cheeses. Served at 16-18°C, it develops its aromas to optimum effect.With a maturation potential of up to 15 years, this Cabernet Sauvignon is a limited, elegant wine for special moments.

Content: 0.75 litre (€39.33 / 1 litre)

€29.50

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Miles Mossop Introduction Red 2023

Miles Mossop The Introduction Red comes from the South African wine estate Miles Mossop in Stellenbosch, which stands for terroir-driven, handcrafted wines. Miles Mossop pursues a clear philosophy: grapes from exceptional vineyards are harvested at the optimum point of ripeness and accompanied through the natural winemaking process to produce expressive, individual wines.This Stellenbosch heritage cuvée consists of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cinsault, Merlot and a touch of Petit Verdot from carefully selected vineyards. The grapes are harvested by hand, sorted and fermented spontaneously in wooden and stainless steel tanks. After fermentation, the wine matures for up to 20 months in old French oak barrels to develop depth and structure while retaining the freshness and purity of the grapes.In the glass, the Miles Mossop Introduction Red is a deep garnet red. The nose is dark and intense, characterized by aromas of blackcurrants, mulberries, dried herbs, tobacco and a hint of cocoa nibs. The palate reveals a lively attack, rich black fruit, a full, textured mid-palate and elegant, persistent tannins.This red wine is an excellent accompaniment to grilled or braised meat, especially lamb, beef or game, as well as strong, hard cheeses. It also unfolds its elegant fruit and complex structure perfectly when served on its own. With a drinking window of 3 to 6 years from the harvest, it is an elegant, limited wine for enjoyable moments.

Content: 0.75 litre (€18.53 / 1 litre)

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Miles Mossop Max 2020

The Miles Mossop MAX comes from the South African wine estate Miles Mossop in Stellenbosch, which is known for handcrafted, terroir-driven wines of the highest quality. Miles Mossop's philosophy is clear: grapes from exceptional vineyards are harvested at optimum ripeness and guided through the natural winemaking process to produce expressive, individual wines - wines that he himself enjoys drinking. Each vintage is an expression of the special conditions of the vineyard and tells the story of its terroir.This top-class cuvée combines 56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Merlot, 15% Petit Verdot and 6% Cabernet Franc from carefully selected, mostly unirrigated and low-yielding vineyards in Stellenbosch. The grapes are harvested by hand, cooled overnight, sorted into bunches and berries and then gently placed in small wooden and stainless steel tanks. After cold maceration, spontaneous fermentation takes place for up to 14 days, accompanied by gentle pump overs and punch downs. After fermentation, the wine matures in 225-liter French oak barrels, 22% of which are new, for 21 months with regular ageing on the lees and malolactic fermentation before being bottled unfined and unfiltered.In the glass, the MAX is a deep, dark garnet red. The nose exudes lush aromas of ripe black berries, underpinned by notes of dried herbs, cedar wood and tobacco. The palate reveals a full-bodied, rich wine with grippy, fine tannins, a powerful center and a long, complex finish with nuances of Italian herbs, cedar and tobacco leaf.This red wine is particularly suitable with slow-cooked lamb dishes, grilled rib-eye steak with marrow, oxtail stew or strong hard cheeses. Served at 16-18 °C, it unfolds its full spectrum of aromas.Miles Mossop MAX is a long-lived wine with ageing potential of up to 15 years from harvest and a perfect choice for special occasions or collections.

Content: 0.75 litre (€51.33 / 1 litre)

€38.50

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Mooiplaas The Bean Coffee Pinotage 2023

Mooiplaas The Bean Coffee Pinotage gets its characteristic coffee/mocha aroma from roasted French oak.Ripe black fruits are also clearly recognizable. The Bean has a deep purple color, the nose shows aromas of dark mocha and roasted coffee beans. The wine has plenty of tannin, but these tannins are fine and silky and well integrated. The palate is mouth-filling and surprisingly complex for such a young wine. Once tasted, this is a wine you won't soon forget.The Bean Coffee Pinotage goes very well with slightly spicy dishes or with grilled or roasted rump steak of beef and game.

Content: 0.75 litre (€13.20 / 1 litre)

€9.90

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Mooiplaas The Coco Chocolate Merlot 2023

The Coco Chocolate Merlot has clear notes of dark chocolate. This is achieved through heavily roasted French oak wood. It makes the red wine something very special. The Coco Chocolate Merlot has a beautiful color, the nose shows cherry fruit with aromas of mocha/dark chocolate. The wine contains a lot of tannins, but it is soft and very accessible, finely integrated. On the palate, it is mouth-filling and surprisingly complex for such a young wine.The Coco Chocolate Merlot from Mooiplaas pairs wonderfully with burgers, Italian-style sausages, grilled mushrooms, roast lamb or Chinese-style duck.

Content: 0.75 litre (€13.20 / 1 litre)

€9.90

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Morgenster Cabernet Sauvignon 2019

Der Morgenster Cabernet Sauvignon wird in einem zugänglichen, fruchtbetonten Stil hergestellt. Die Philosophie des Weingutes ist einerseits die sortentypischen Merkmale zu zeigen, andererseits das besondere Morgenster Terroir zu verdeutlichen.Der südafrikanische Wein hat reichhaltige Aromen von schwarzer Johannisbeere, dunkler Kirsche und Pflaume. Am Gaumen sind die klassischen Cabernet Merkmale wie Cassis-Fruchtaromen, Paprika und Noten von Eukalyptus klar zu erkennen.Probieren Sie den Rotwein aus der Region Stellenbosch zu Schweinebraten, Hähnchen in Kräutersauce oder einem Gemüseauflauf.

Content: 0.75 litre (€10.53 / 1 litre)

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Mulderbosch Faithful Hound 2022

This wine displays a deep ruby colour.Blackcurrant, coffee, nutmeg, all spice, forest floor and mulberry aromas entice the nose. This follows through on the palate together with ripe plum, intense blackberry and voluptuous vanillins giving the wine great structure and complexity.A classic vintage!

Content: 0.75 litre (€21.20 / 1 litre)

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