Chateau Puech-Haut, Argali Rouge 2023 vs Meerlust Red 2021
Compare current tracked prices, stockists and core specifications. Meerlust Red 2021 currently starts £0.01 lower.
| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £19.50 | £19.49 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 2 merchants |
| Producer | Chateau Puech-Haut | Meerlust |
| Style | Red | Red |
| Grape | Merlot, Syrah, Grenache | Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot |
| Region | Languedoc | Bordeaux |
| Country | France | South Africa |
| ABV | — | 13% |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
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Chateau Puech-Haut, Argali Rouge 2023
Nestled between the shores of the Mediterranean and the foothills of the Cévennes, the Puech-Haut estate extends over more than one hundred and fifty hectares. The castle was built there with good reason: an ideal climate, passionate men and land covered with pudding stones (galets), made famous in Chateauneuf-du-Pape. Through wine, the personalities and the richness of an entire region are also expressed and shared. Thus, the wines of Château Puech-Haut are all steeped in history and endowed with a singular identity and a strong character. The history of Château Puech-Haut is closely linked to that of its founder, Gérard Bru. A man who, after a successful industrial career, decided to leave everything behind to reconnect with his roots: The land of Languedoc. This region of southern France was already full of history for Gérard. It was on this land that he was introduced to vineyards by his grandfather. And it is also here that his father worked as intendant of the National School of Agronomy of Montpellier. It was there, at the time just scrubland and wild olive groves, that he built his dream.
Meerlust Red 2021
Meerlust Red is a carefully crafted, four-terroir Bordeaux blend from one of Stellenbosch's most historic and celebrated estates, expressing the full character of the Meerlust property in a full-bodied, structured and generously fruited red. Introduced permanently in 2020 to complement the flagship Rubicon, this is an outstanding introduction to the Meerlust range at a very accessible price. Why You'll Love It Meerlust Estate has been in the hands of the Myburgh family since 1756, and under eighth-generation Hannes Myburgh the estate continues to uphold a legacy of quality winemaking from its unique coastal position just five kilometres from False Bay. The cooling maritime influence ensures slow, even ripening across the estate's four distinctive terroirs, each contributing something different to the final blend. The Meerlust Red showcases the estate's focus on young vineyards and consistent quality, delivering genuine Meerlust character at an everyday price. Vineyard & Production Fruit is drawn from four terroirs on the estate: Compagniesdrift with granitic soils producing expressive, bold wines; River Terraces with sandy soils and river stones promoting delicate, fruit-forward character; Quarry with rocky greywacke and shale yielding precision and red fruit; and Lowlands with clay-rich soils creating smooth, silky wines with prominent black fruit. Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot are fermented separately before malolactic fermentation in 300-litre barrels and large foudre. After 8 months in oak the parcels are blended and aged for a further 8 months to achieve harmony and structure. Tasting Notes Youthful ruby red with garnet hues. Aromas of supple red and black fruit, warm spice and subtle oak. The palate is full-bodied and structured, packed with fresh red fruit and soft, rounded tannins. Perfect Pairings Pairs beautifully with casseroles, venison, game, cheese dishes and spicy cuisine. Also excellent with roast lamb, grilled red meats
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