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Meerlust Red 2021 Wine (75cl)
Meerlust Red 2021 Wine (75cl) is recorded as 2021 red wine made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Merlot from Bordeaux, South Africa. BottlePicker combines the recorded bottle identity with structured wine evidence; retailer prices remain separated by country and currency.
| Producer | Meerlust |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Wine style | red |
| Grape | Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Merlot |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| Country | South Africa |
| Bottle size | 750ml |
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What is in this wine, and where it grows
The wine
Meerlust Red 2021 Wine (75cl) is recorded as a 2021 red wine made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Merlot in Bordeaux, South Africa.
Typical grape profile: Cabernet Sauvignon — Blackcurrant, cedar, graphite; ages well, especially in Bordeaux blends; Cabernet Franc — Red fruit with a signature herbaceous, peppery edge. The finished bottle can differ with vintage and winemaking.
The vineyard evidence
No verified vineyard or named parcel is linked yet. BottlePicker therefore does not assign a soil, elevation or site temperature to this bottle from its regional name alone.
Soil structure and vine density
No site-specific soil or planting-density record is available for this bottle.
Growing-temperature context
For general cultivar-level heat guidance, see the Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Merlot growing profiles. BottlePicker does not apply a generic range to this bottle without a verified vineyard link.
Source-supplied bottle description
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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
Evidence boundary
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