{"product_id":"waterkloof-circumstance-merlot-2022","title":"Waterkloof Circumstance Merlot 2022","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003eWaterkloof Estate sits high on the slopes of Schapenberg above False Bay near Stellenbosch, one of the Cape’s most distinctive vineyard sites. Elevated vineyards, cooling maritime breezes and decomposed granite soils help slow ripening and preserve freshness, producing wines with energy, structure and clear site expression. Waterkloof is widely respected for its organic and biodynamic farming philosophy, with a strong emphasis on sustainable vineyard health and minimal intervention in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1016\" data-end=\"1367\"\u003eThe Circumstance range focuses on single-varietal wines that express the specific conditions of each vineyard parcel. In Merlot, that means a more refined, savoury interpretation than the plush, overtly ripe style often associated with the grape. Waterkloof Circumstance Merlot 2022 shows precision, balance and a distinctly coastal freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1016\" data-end=\"1367\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1473\"\u003eColour:\u003cbr data-start=\"1429\" data-end=\"1432\"\u003eDeep ruby with garnet flashes at the rim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1473\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1475\" data-end=\"1603\"\u003eNose:\u003cbr data-start=\"1484\" data-end=\"1487\"\u003eRed plum, cassis and dark cherry lead the aromatics, followed by earthy spice, dried herbs and a subtle floral lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1475\" data-end=\"1603\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1605\" data-end=\"1847\"\u003ePalate:\u003cbr data-start=\"1616\" data-end=\"1619\"\u003eMedium-bodied and poised, with juicy red and black fruit framed by fine tannins. Fresh acidity gives shape and drive, while savoury notes and restrained oak influence add complexity rather than weight. Elegant rather than dense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1605\" data-end=\"1847\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1849\" data-end=\"1944\"\u003eFinish:\u003cbr data-start=\"1860\" data-end=\"1863\"\u003eLong, clean and structured, finishing on plum skin, herbs and gentle cedar spice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Waterkloof","offers":[{"title":"750ml Bottle","offer_id":45417475408051,"sku":"RW2228ME42","price":199.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5195\/9731\/files\/WaterkloofCircumstanceMerlot2022.jpg?v=1775743200","url":"https:\/\/www.wineofthemonth.co.za\/products\/waterkloof-circumstance-merlot-2022","provider":"Wine of the Month","version":"1.0","type":"link"}