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Ernie Els Major Series Merlot
Ernie Els Major Series Merlot

Ernie Els Major Series Merlot

Stellenbosch
Ernie Els
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CHF 19.90
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SKU: 103221 ISBN: 6009880029099
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The Ernie Els Major Series Merlot is an absolute textbook Merlot! Its seductive bouquet of ripe plums and finely earthy tones enchants the nose with complex hints of ripe strawberries, damp forest floor, a touch of chocolate, dark forest berries, and fine, caramelly oak spice. The savory palate is lined with sweet oak nuances, which are perfectly rounded off by a subtle saline touch. From the mid-palate, this highly acclaimed Merlot presents a pleasant freshness and a balanced interplay of acidity, leading to a clean finish that lingers long.
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Produzent Ernie Els
Bewertungen 4 Platters
Zusammensetzung Merlot 100%
Trinkempfehlung Temperatur 16° - 18° Von 2024 - 2034
Geschacksnoten Full-bodied & powerful, smooth & soft, fruity, velvety tannins, barrel-aged
Vinifikation The Merlot vines grow on the warm, north-facing slopes of the Helderberg region within the Stellenbosch appellation. At an altitude of approximately 250 meters above sea level, the cooling influence of the Atlantic Ocean results in beautiful phenolic ripeness. The hand-picked grapes arrive at the cellar in the morning. The grapes are sorted and destemmed. The whole grapes are fermented in both open tanks and barrels. Intermittent pumping over and punch-downs ensure a balance between flavor, color, and tannin extraction from the skins. The fermentation process is closely monitored to ensure that all natural aromas and flavors are preserved and enhanced as needed. After primary fermentation, some batches are left on the skins to extend maceration as required. The batches are pressed and transferred to a combination of old and new oak for maturation. Each batch of Merlot is aged separately in oak barrels (micro-vinified) before being blended and finally bottled. In total, the wine spent 16 months in French oak barrels.
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