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Distell TWO OCEANS Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Western Cape South Africa
Description: Two Oceans wine takes its name from the two great oceans that converge at the Cape, the warm Indian and the bracingly cold Atlantic. The Cape’s coastal region enjoys a temperate climate, cooled by daytime maritime breezes from both oceans and a drop in night-time temperatures that allow grapes to ripen slowly – ensuring greater flavour. The Grapes are sourced from Stellenbosch, known as one of the finest wine-growing areas in the world, Wellington, Worcester as well as cooler-climate areas for pure concentration of flavour. Styled for easy drinking, the Two Oceans range of varietal and blended whites and reds shows how it is possible to fuse character with elegance to create well-proportioned wines that offer pure palate pleasure. The grapes were harvested by hand and machine, with each vineyard block being separately vinified. In each case, the juice was fermented at between 24° and 26° C. The juice was left on the skins for five days for maximum colour extraction. The skins were then removed, pressed and the pressed juice added back and then fermentation was completed. After malolactic fermentation the wine was blended in a ratio of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon to 35% Merlot. Winemaker Coenie Snyman says of this medium-bodied, smooth and very approachable wine made for early enjoyment that its nose offers ripe strawberry and cherry aromas carried through on the palate. (6 x 75 cl)
Price: £78.56
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Errazuriz ESTATE Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Central Valley Chile
Description: Errazuriz Merlot / Cabernet Sauvignon displays ripe cherry and blackberry aromas accentuated by notes of white pepper, wool and an intriguing hint of cayenne pepper. On the palate, the Cabernet Sauvignon component gives good structure to the softer Merlot. The ripe berry fruit is set off by the roasted red pepper and coffee flavours that are characteristic of Chilean Merlot. The oak is well integrated, contributing layers of toasted almond and vanilla. This full-bodied, fruity wine is ideal for early drinking and it should continue to gain complexity over the next few years. (12 x 75 cl)
Price: £88.44
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Rymill MC2 Merlot/Cabernet Sauvignon/Cabernet Franc Coonawarra South east Australia
Description: A rich combination of one-third proportions of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. These three classic varieties have been selected to provide intense fruit aromas, complex yet supple flavours and a soft finish. In regard to cellaring, we ultimately recommend that you enjoy the wine immediately. However, 2-5 years ageing could prove to be interesting. (12 x 75 cl)
Price: £121.48
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Concha y Toro ISLA NEGRA Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Chile
Description: This hand harvested blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot comes from selected vineyards of the Central Valley. Aged 6 months wine maker Adolfo Hurtado considered: 'This is a red dual varietal made from a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, two varieties which naturally complement and enhance each other. Bright ruby red in colour, it has a robust, fruit-filled aroma of plums, berries and cherries with traces of soft vanilla and chocolate on the finish. This is a medium bodied and harmonious wine with soft tannins and a gratifying aftertaste.' (12 x 75 cl)
Price: £58.59
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