Wellington Wines ‘Duke No 8’ Merlot 2019

Wellington Wines ‘Duke N^o 8’ Merlot 2019

Winemaking

A selection of diff­erent pre-selected vineyards. The grapes were picked at optimum maturity and fermented dry on the skin at 25 degrees Celsius. Thereafter the free run portion was aged in oak barrels for 12 months.

Tasting Notes

This merlot provides a deep purple coloured wine, with intense flavours of dark berry fruit, spice and plum notes on the nose. Soft ripe tannins on the palate with a well-rounded and balanced finish.

Analysis

Alcohol: 14.0 %
Residual Sugar: 3.6 g/l
Total Acidity: 5.4 g/l
pH: 3.3
Wine of Origin: Wellington

Special Note – THE DUKE OF WELLINGTON

Accessible, elegant and premium, the range pays homage to the namesake of the town of Wellington and reflects the diverse terroir of the valley. The innovative and dynamic range includes one of only a handful of White Pinotage wines produced in the world along with a Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinotage.