Ironstone Old Vine Zinfandel 2021 vs Meerlust Red 2021
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| Availability | Out of stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | — | £19.49 |
| Current stockists | — | 2 merchants |
| Producer | Ironstone | Meerlust |
| Style | Red | Red |
| Grape | Zinfandel | Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot |
| Region | — | Bordeaux |
| Country | — | South Africa |
| ABV | — | 13% |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy | No current tracked offers |
Ironstone Old Vine Zinfandel 2021
Lovely aromas of dark fruit and blackberry. Subtle pepper spice mingles with richly concentrated fruit flavours of blackberry, ripe plums and fresh red raspberries. Lodi has become the self-proclaimed Zin capital of the World producing over 40% of California-grown Zins. The Kautz Family grows these Zinfandel grapes in the Mokelumne River sub-appellation of the Lodi AVA. The area is blessed with an alluvial fan of sandy loam, well-drained soils and a classic Mediterranean climate. At Ironstone, we use crop reduction, leaf removal, organic materials, and drip irrigation to improve the quality and intensity of flavours. Cover crops, which attract beneficial insects, are also employed. In addition, we place owl and wood duck boxes around the vineyards and ponds helping to preserve the surrounding habitats.
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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