Lomond Ben Lomond Merlot 2019
Merlot
Description
Lomond Wine Estate sits on the windswept Agulhas Plain at the southern tip of Africa, where cool maritime breezes slowly ripen grapes planted in diverse soils shaped by millennia of ocean influence. This unique terroir gives the region’s reds a refined structure and expressive fruit.
The Ben Lomond Merlot is crafted with meticulous attention to site and vineyard detail; blocks across the estate are monitored by soil type and microclimate, allowing the winemaking team to pick each parcel at optimum ripeness. This approach reflects Lomond’s focus on crafting cool-climate wines that harmonise varietal character with place, harnessing the region’s natural acidity and complexity rather than over-manipulating the wine.
Colour: Deep ruby red with glints of garnet at the rim - rich yet poised in the glass.
Nose: The bouquet opens with ripe dark berries and plum, layered with nuanced oak spice, subtle hints of fynbos earthiness and a touch of dark chocolate.
Palate: Medium-to-full bodied, this Merlot delivers supple dark fruit - think black cherry and cassis - framed by smooth tannins and lively acidity. There’s a gentle warmth from oak integration, with underlying savoury notes that accentuate balance and drive.
Finish: Clean yet lingering, with a pleasant echo of dark fruit and subtle spice that keeps the wine engaging to the last sip.
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Lomond Ben Lomond Merlot 2019
- Food Pairing : Lomond Ben Lomond Merlot 2019’s ripe fruit core and layered spice make it a natural partner to grilled or roasted fare. Think succulent herb-crusted lamb chops or a medium-rare sirloin steak with mushroom jus; the wine’s acidity cuts through richness while its dark fruit notes mirror savoury depth. It’s equally at home with a slow-cooked beef brisket or a traditional Cape Malay bobotie - the plush fruit and gentle oak warmth sit beautifully alongside cumin and cinnamon spice. This Merlot also pairs nicely with mature cheddar or a charcuterie board featuring smoked meats and olives, letting its nuanced profile shine through without overpowering lighter flavours..
- Drink before: 5–7 years from vintage under good conditions - best enjoyed before 2027.
- Vintage: 2019
- Manufacturer: Lomond Wine Estate
- Region: Cape Agulhas, South Africa
- Medals Won: James Suckling: 90 points. Platter's South African Wine Guide: 3.5 Stars.
- Sugar Content: 2.9g/L
- Alcohol Content: 14%
Stock and Delivery:
In Stock: Standard delivery within 5 days
Stock at supplier: Delivery within 10 - 15 days
R99 Nationwide
Free Delivery: On orders over R2 000
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Replacements:
In the unlikely event that there is a broken bottle in your case, please tell us immediately and we will credit your account. We reserve the right to substitute product if stock runs out, to the same or higher value of the stock.
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