Lourensford Limited Release Merlot

KSh15,400.00

An ultra-premium, concentrated Merlot of exceptional depth, featuring rich dark fruit, velvety tannins, and masterfully integrated oak.

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  • The Rare Jewel Of Somerset West The Lourensford Limited Release Merlot is a showcase of precision viticulture and patient winemaking. Sourced from a single, low-yielding vineyard block on the estate, the grapes are hand-picked at peak maturity to ensure maximum flavor concentration. This wine undergoes an intensive aging process in select French oak barrels, resulting in a red that is both powerful and incredibly refined. It is characterized by its deep garnet color and a complex, evolving bouquet. This is a “connoisseur’s Merlot,” designed for those who appreciate the rare combination of plush texture and serious structural longevity.

    • Flavor Profile: Intense layers of black cherry, mulberry, and dark chocolate, accented by notes of cedar, violet, and a hint of truffle.

    • Best Paired With: Slow-roasted prime rib, ostrich fillet with a balsamic reduction, or a decadent wild mushroom risotto.

    • Origin: Stellenbosch, South Africa.