{"product_id":"deetlefs-merlot-2024","title":"Deetlefs Merlot 2024","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"1027\"\u003eDeetlefs Wine Estate is one of South Africa’s oldest family-owned wineries, based in Rawsonville in the Breedekloof Valley. The region is framed by dramatic mountain ranges and benefits from warm days, cooling evening air and reliable river-fed agriculture, conditions that help red grapes achieve ripe flavour while retaining freshness. This balance often produces generous yet structured wines with clear fruit definition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"1027\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1029\" data-end=\"1531\"\u003eThe Deetlefs Estate Range is positioned as food-friendly wines made to be enjoyed around the table, and Deetlefs Merlot 2024 reflects that philosophy well. Rather than a simple single-varietal style, the wine is complemented by small portions of Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz, adding extra backbone, spice and complexity. Maturation for 15 months in seasoned French and Hungarian oak helps polish the texture while allowing the fruit to remain central.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1029\" data-end=\"1531\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1582\" data-end=\"1678\"\u003eColour:\u003cbr data-start=\"1593\" data-end=\"1596\"\u003eIntense deep ruby with a bright scarlet rim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1582\" data-end=\"1678\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1840\"\u003eNose:\u003cbr data-start=\"1689\" data-end=\"1692\"\u003eBlack cherry, plum, blackcurrant and raspberry lead the aromatics, followed by hints of spice and dried herbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1840\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1842\" data-end=\"2156\"\u003ePalate:\u003cbr data-start=\"1853\" data-end=\"1856\"\u003eSmooth on entry with a medium- to full-bodied feel. Ripe dark fruit sits at the core, while the Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz components bring structure and savoury lift. Tannins are rounded and well-managed, with oak supporting rather than dominating the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1842\" data-end=\"2156\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2158\" data-end=\"2298\"\u003eFinish:\u003cbr data-start=\"2169\" data-end=\"2172\"\u003ePersistent and gently savoury, finishing on dried mulberry, subtle herbs and soft spice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Deetlefs","offers":[{"title":"750ml Bottle","offer_id":45232597074099,"sku":"RW2428ME05","price":180.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5195\/9731\/files\/DeetlefsMerlot2024.jpg?v=1769072713","url":"https:\/\/www.wineofthemonth.co.za\/products\/deetlefs-merlot-2024","provider":"Wine of the Month","version":"1.0","type":"link"}