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X Marks the Spot Merlot 2023

X Marks the Spot Merlot 2023


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  • Our X Marks the Spot Merlot has a touch of toasty vanilla oak, but not so much that it forgets its juicy, berry-forward personality.
  • The easy-going fruit and sweet spice from the hint of oak allow for food pairings of all kinds - pizzas, pastas, burgers or pies – you decide!
  • A Coastal Region Cape Merlot that should be your new go-to wine for those easy-going evenings.
  • ABV: 14.0%
  • Vintage: 2023
  • Size: 75cl
Light
Full-bodied

Other classifications

  • Suitable
    for Vegetarians

  • Suitable
    for Vegans

Find out more about X Marks the Spot Merlot 2023

Find out more about X Marks the Spot Merlot 2023

The Wine

Country of origin:

South Africa

Region:

Coastal Region

When it comes to growing grapes, location is everything - the difference between something so-so and something spectacular can often be measured in metres. The X Marks the Spot label showcases world-class wines from some unique and amazing sites. In this case, we’re focusing on South Africa’s Coastal Region, home to some of the country's cooler vineyard sites that produce perfectly ripe, red-fruit-laden Merlot.

The Winemaker

Arthur Basson
Winemaker:

Arthur Basson

Arthur Basson's upbringing on a farm where wine grapes flourished meant his fascination with winemaking sparked at a young age. After studying at Elsenburg and honing his craft at wineries in New Zealand, France and the USA, Arthur returned to South Africa with a wealth of international experience and worked at estate cellars Before joining Perdeberg Winery. His philosophy revolves around simplicity and reverence for the grape's essence, striving to encapsulate its unique flavours in every bottle. He firmly believes in the holistic approach to winemaking, emphasizing meticulous attention to detail at every stage of the process, as well as constantly evolving with advancements in technologies and evolving new methodologies.

"I produced this wine from 100% Coastal Merlot fruit and the finished wine has great freshness alongside juicy plum fruit, and a touch of oak contributes balance and length to the finish." - Arthur Basson, Winemaker.

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Great Merlot, goes down easily

Too strong

Definitely not the nicest Merlot. Almost raw in flavour, sharply bitter. I thought this may improve having been opened and left at room temperature for some hours, but sadly not.

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