Merlot Reserve 2020 is a blend of the best parcels within Thelema's merlot vineyards. Grapes were harvested between 20 - 24 February 2020 from vineyards planted in 1988 and 2000. The grapes are de-stalked, hand-sorted and the whole berries pumped into stainless steel fermentation tanks, inoculated with a cultured yeast and pumped over once a day until the desired level of colour and tannin extraction has been achieved. After fermentation, the wine is pressed and racked to barrel for malolactic fermentation. Matured for 18 months in 100% new French oak barrels. Residual sugar: 2.1g/l. Bottled at 14%. (Bottle size 750ml)

Nose: Notes of violets, sweet piquant plummy black fruits and a wonderful undertone of graphite.

Palate: Layers upon layers of black and blue berry fruits, espresso notes and fabulous depth.

Finish: Ripe soft tannins with lingering notes of cassis and tomato leaf.

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