{"product_id":"ernie-els-double-red-2024","title":"Ernie Els Double Red 2024","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"343\" data-end=\"849\"\u003eErnie Els Wines is located on the slopes of the Helderberg in Stellenbosch, one of South Africa’s leading regions for structured red wines. With granite-rich soils, warm daytime conditions and cooling Atlantic breezes from nearby False Bay, the vineyards enjoy a long ripening season that helps build flavour concentration while preserving freshness and tannin balance. Founded by golfing legend Ernie Els, the estate has earned a reputation for polished, cellar-worthy reds shaped by precision winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"343\" data-end=\"849\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"851\" data-end=\"1332\"\u003eErnie Els Double Red 2024, now part of the Major Series, brings together Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot in a classic Bordeaux-inspired blend. Fruit was hand-harvested in the cool morning, fermented parcel by parcel, and matured for 16 months in 300-litre French oak barrels, with a small portion of Cabernet Sauvignon aged in terracotta amphora. This layered approach adds texture and nuance while allowing vineyard character to remain central.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"851\" data-end=\"1332\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1421\" data-end=\"1486\"\u003eColour:\u003cbr data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1435\"\u003eDeep, opaque ruby red with a youthful crimson edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1421\" data-end=\"1486\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1628\"\u003eNose:\u003cbr data-start=\"1497\" data-end=\"1500\"\u003eAromatic layers of black cherry, cassis and plum lead the way, followed by cedar, smoky spice, juniper and subtle mineral notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1628\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1630\" data-end=\"1941\"\u003ePalate:\u003cbr data-start=\"1641\" data-end=\"1644\"\u003eMedium- to full-bodied, smooth and composed, with flavours of blackcurrant, dark cherry and ripe plum. Cabernet Sauvignon provides structure and length, while Merlot adds rounded texture and generosity through the mid-palate. Fine tannins and fresh acidity keep the wine focused rather than heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1630\" data-end=\"1941\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1943\" data-end=\"2082\"\u003eFinish:\u003cbr data-start=\"1954\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003eLong, polished and savoury, with lingering dark fruit, cedar spice and stony freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ernie Els Wine Estate","offers":[{"title":"750ml Bottle","offer_id":45386815176883,"sku":"RW2428BB04","price":229.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5195\/9731\/files\/ErnieElsDoubleRed2024.jpg?v=1775128080","url":"https:\/\/www.wineofthemonth.co.za\/products\/ernie-els-double-red-2024","provider":"Wine of the Month","version":"1.0","type":"link"}