{"product_id":"rascallion-with-love-from-the-cape-merlot-2023","title":"Rascallion With Love from the Cape Merlot 2023","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"437\" data-end=\"806\"\u003eRascallion Wines is a proudly South African producer known for crafting expressive, accessible wines with personality and a sense of place. The With Love from the Cape range celebrates the easy-going charm of the Western Cape, drawing fruit from vineyards influenced by warm sunshine and cooling ocean breezes that help grapes ripen fully while retaining freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"437\" data-end=\"806\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"808\" data-end=\"1172\"\u003eThis combination of generous fruit and natural balance suits Merlot particularly well, allowing soft tannins, ripe plum flavours and supple texture to develop without heaviness. Rascallion’s approach leans modern and approachable: wines made to be enjoyed rather than overcomplicated, while still reflecting the fruit quality and versatility of the Cape winelands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"808\" data-end=\"1172\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1280\"\u003eColour:\u003cbr data-start=\"1234\" data-end=\"1237\"\u003eBright ruby red with youthful garnet edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1280\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1412\"\u003eNose:\u003cbr data-start=\"1291\" data-end=\"1294\"\u003eRipe plum, black cherry and mulberry lead the aromatics, followed by hints of cocoa, sweet spice and a touch of cedar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1412\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1674\"\u003ePalate:\u003cbr data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1428\"\u003eMedium-bodied and smooth, with juicy dark berry fruit at the core. The tannins are soft and rounded, giving shape without firmness, while fresh acidity keeps the wine lively and easy to drink. A gentle savoury note adds interest behind the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1674\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1676\" data-end=\"1775\"\u003eFinish:\u003cbr data-start=\"1687\" data-end=\"1690\"\u003eClean and moderate in length, ending on plum skin, soft spice and a whisper of mocha.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wellington Wines","offers":[{"title":"750ml Bottle","offer_id":45240796086451,"sku":"RW2328ME18","price":99.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5195\/9731\/files\/RascallionWithLovefromtheCapeMerlot2023.jpg?v=1777380737","url":"https:\/\/www.wineofthemonth.co.za\/products\/rascallion-with-love-from-the-cape-merlot-2023","provider":"Wine of the Month","version":"1.0","type":"link"}