
Tasting Note
Get to know the different expressions of South African Merlot in one selection. Taste your way through the range and discover how much variety a single grape can offer.
5 × red · 1 × rosé
In this package
- 1685 Merlot 2022 – Boschendal
Red · elegant
Ripe mulberry, vanilla and dark chocolate meet red cherries, refined oak tannins and spicy fynbos. - Merlot 2024 – Blaauwklippen
Red · soft
Mulberry, chocolate and cassis lead into chalky tannins and a soft, lingering finish. - Merlot 2022 – La Bri
Red · juicy
Smoked bacon and violets introduce a palate of dark chocolate, integrated tannins and lively acidity. - Merlot 2022 – De Grendel
Red · powerful · velvety
Blackberries, black cherries and mocha combine with finely integrated tannins and a lingering, lightly spicy finish. - Merlot 2021 – Dieu Donné
Red · full-bodied
Dark berries and cherries on the nose give way to blackberry flavours supported by soft tannins. - Merlot Rose 2024 – Durbanville Hills
Rosé · dry · smooth
Strawberry, cranberry and raspberry define this rosé made entirely from Merlot.
Who is it for?
- Curious Merlot enthusiasts
- Anyone planning a side-by-side tasting at home
Frequently asked questions
What does the selection include?
You receive six different wines, one bottle of each: five reds and one rosé.
Which vintages are included?
There is one wine from 2021, three from 2022 and two from 2024.
Which wine had extended oak ageing?
La Bri Merlot spent 22 months in French oak barrels, with 16% new oak.


