2019 Drostdy Hof Merlot Western Cape South Africa special offers

2019 Drostdy Hof Merlot Western Cape South Africa special offersDrostdy Hof Cape Red is produced from grapes which were hand harvested from bush vines and low trellised vineyards in the Stellenbosch, Paarl and Worcester areas of the sun drenched Western Cape. Ranging in age between 12 and 27 years, and situated at 50 m to 150 m above sea level, the vines are grown in soils varying from decomposed granite to Kroonstad soil. The grapes were vinified with the juice being fermented on the skins for an average of four

Prune like

wet rocks… Then it’s rather its herbal side that shines through (mostly pine resin)

It seems to offer a rich and varied palette for the senses

96 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

Lingering sweetness

a few milk bottle sweets and a handful of smoked grains

It’s like placing a few slices of honey-dew melon onto a malty biscuit

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very chocolaty

The main ingredient used here is star anise

Based on available descriptions and vintage style

This unique occasional bottling