Rainbows End Merlot

R220.00

100 % Merlot
(French clone 348 and 346)
Dark deep crimson colour. Aromas of blueberries, ripe plums and a faint spiciness towards the end. Full
velvety mouth feel with hints of berry compote, mulberries and ripe plums. This is a well structured wine with
rounded tannins balancing out opulent fruit and a long lingering finish.

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Description

100 % Merlot
(French clone 348 and 346)
Dark deep crimson colour. Aromas of blueberries, ripe plums and a faint spiciness towards the end. Full
velvety mouth feel with hints of berry compote, mulberries and ripe plums. This is a well structured wine with
rounded tannins balancing out opulent fruit and a long lingering finish.

Maturation:
12 Months in 33.3% new wood, 33.3% second fill and 33.3% third fill French barrels. Two rackings during
wood-maturation thereafter bottled without filtering or fining. Natural deposits may therefore be found in the
bottle. Can be enjoyed now but is anticipated to reach its optimum in 2-5 years time.

Brand

Rainbows End Winery

“Rainbow’s End” is the name of the Malan family’s wine estate near Stellenbosch. It is a name that conjures up associations, and among these are the divine promise of sunshine after rain, of commitment to the earth, of a destination and a pot of gold.