Leopard's Leap Merlot 2021

Prominent red fruit aromas of raspberry and cherries. Subtle sweet oak flavours complement the fresh fruit flavours. Juicy, fruity flavours coupled with an elegant tannin structure, make for a smooth and well-balanced wine with a lingering after-taste. Enjoy with a roasted tomato-based pasta or beef brisket. Also, to be enjoyed with rich, cheesy gratins and an open—regrilled steak. The more adventurous can experiment with dark chocolate-inspired desserts.

The grapes originate from areas in Stellenbosch, Wellington and AgterPaarl. The grapes were picked at optimal fruit ripeness around 24,5 degrees Balling and were allowed to ferment with selected red wine yeast at 24 °C, with regular pump-overs and punch-downs to ensure optimal colour and flavour extraction.

100% of this wine was matured on lightly toasted French Oak staves for a period of 8 - 10 months with added micro-oxygenation.