Boutinot Here & There Malbec vs Wildeberg Kleine Oranjerie Merlot 2025
Compare current tracked prices, stockists and core specifications. Boutinot Here & There Malbec currently starts £0.08 lower.
| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £11.55 | £11.63 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | Boutinot | Wildeberg |
| Style | Red | Red |
| Grape | Malbec | Merlot |
| Region | Swartland | — |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy |
Boutinot Here & There Malbec
Boutinot Here and There Malbec is a vibrant and approachable Malbec from Swartland, South Africa, balancing bright red fruit with subtle spice and depth. Praised by The Wine Merchant as "the definitive crowd pleaser", this wine offers both immediate enjoyment and genuine complexity for those who take time to explore it. Sourced from Swartland's granite-rich soils and crafted with a blend of whole bunch and whole berry fermentation, it punches well above its price point. Why You'll Love It This is South African wine that delivers exceptional quality and drinkability at an outstanding price. Sourced from Swartland's renowned granite-rich alluvial soils, the low-yield vines produce concentrated fruit with natural complexity. Boutinot's thoughtful winemaking, including 30% whole bunch fermentation and partial barrel ageing, creates a wine with structure and depth while maintaining everyday approachability. Meet the Producer Boutinot South Africa is dedicated to capturing the authentic essence of South African vineyards, producing wines that combine quality, value and a true sense of place from some of the Cape's most exciting regions. Production Grapes are sourced from selected vineyards on Swartland's granite-rich alluvial soils, which produce low-yield, highly concentrated berries. The fruit is hand-picked and naturally fermented in stainless steel tanks. Around 30% of the grapes undergo whole bunch fermentation and 70% whole berry fermentation to enhance structure and complexity. Daily pump-overs guide fermentation, followed by malolactic fermentation in tank. A small portion (15%) is matured for several months in older 300-litre barrels to add subtle depth. Tasting Notes Warm and inviting on the nose with ripe redcurrant, raspberry and a hint of spice. On the palate, juicy and approachable with gentle red berry fruit balanced by fresh acidity and a rounded, supple finish. Perfect Pairings A versatile red wine that pairs beautifully with vegetable lasagne, pizza, pas
Wildeberg Kleine Oranjerie Merlot 2025
Kleine Oranjerie 'Flora and Fauna' is the South African Wines range from Wildeberg, working with vines old and new across the Cape to capture the region's marvellous menagerie of terroir. This naturally fermented Red Wine is sourced from Paarl vineyards grown on sandy loam soils, where early picking is crucial to finessing the essential character of this tricky cultivar. Why You'll Love It This is Merlot with real character, vibrant, fresh, and beautifully finessed through natural fermentation. JD Rossouw's careful vineyard management and precise picking preserve the essential notes of blueberry, bramble, and natural leafiness that define this wine. Vegetarian, vegan, and sustainably produced, it offers exceptional quality and value for a naturally fermented South African Merlot. Vineyard and Production. Sourced from Paarl vineyards grown on sandy loam soils in the Western Cape. Early picking is central to winemaker JD Rossouw's approach, preserving the vibrant fruit character and freshness that define this wine. Both cultivar and site are allowed to speak without intervention, with natural fermentation used throughout. Tasting Notes. A deeply varietal nose of dark cherry and chocolate over crushed minerals with a lifted leafy note. The palate is generously laden with dark plum and chocolate, carried through to a long, velveteen finish. Perfect Pairings. An excellent match for baked mushrooms stuffed with sundried tomato couscous, grilled meats, roasted vegetables and aged cheeses. Also well suited to lamb, duck and hearty weeknight stews. Grape Varieties. Merlot
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