The Secretary Bird Reserve Merlot (75cl)

Taken from selected vines in the Western Cape, this Merlot strikes a balance between refined berry fruit and a rich chocolatey finish creating a well poised wine with great texture and elegance. Drink on its own or pair with roasted red meats or a cheeseboard.

Vinification Details: Grapes are chilled on arrival then pressed and the juice settled in tank prior to fermentation. We keep the wine on its fine lees for as long as possible prior to bottling. There is no oak treatment.

History: Thanks to long-standing relationships with growers, we have been able to consistently source the best parcels of fruit and successfully establish the Boutinot South Africa style and standard always developing and improving quality.

Regional Information: Fruit is sourced from long-established vineyards on the Wellington/Swartland borders, an area of low rainfall and mainly decomposed granite soils. The vines are low-trellised and the grapes are picked by hand in the early hours of the morning to retain their freshness.

Tasting Notes: Fresh, tangy varietal fruit with perfumed jasmine notes and white stone fruit flavours. There is real breadth and character on the palate and a refreshing finish.