{"product_id":"vergelegen-v-2022","title":"Vergelegen V 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003eVergelegen Wine Estate, established in the heart of the Cape’s historic Stellenbosch region, has a long legacy of crafting premium wines that balance Old World structure with New World brightness. Vergelegen V sits at the apex of the estate’s vineyard hierarchy, drawing from meticulously tended blocks of Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Merlot and Cabernet Franc planted on a mix of well-drained Pinedene, Glenrosa, Clovelly and Hutton soils. Hand-sorted fruit undergoes careful fermentation and 18 months of French oak maturation to knit complexity and depth into the blend. The 2022 vintage - scarcer in production - reflects thoughtful vineyard selection and cellar craft, resulting in a wine of both power and poise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColour: Deep ruby with a youthful edge, suggesting concentration and ageability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1563\" data-end=\"1566\"\u003eNose: Aromas of ripe blackberries and dark plum rise first, intertwined with cedarwood, subtle tobacco and hints of cocoa nibs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1735\" data-end=\"1738\"\u003ePalate: Full-bodied and layered, the palate mirrors the bouquet with lush dark fruit framed by fine, textured tannins. Integrated oak spice and a refreshing acidity keep the wine balanced while supporting the dense structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2005\" data-end=\"2008\"\u003eFinish: A smooth, lingering finish where dark fruit and refined spice echo long after the last sip.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vergelegen","offers":[{"title":"750ml Bottle","offer_id":45185712455859,"sku":"RW2228BB21","price":2000.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5195\/9731\/files\/RW2228BB21.jpg?v=1766150782","url":"https:\/\/www.wineofthemonth.co.za\/products\/vergelegen-v-2022","provider":"Wine of the Month","version":"1.0","type":"link"}