Whale Point Merlot
Region
The Western Cape is roughly the size of Greece and is the fourth largest province in South Africa. A temperate southern coastline is fringed by mountains whilst the north meets up with the Karoo plateau. The west coast of the province is extremely dry and windy. Two oceans meet on its coast; the cool Atlantic on the west and the warm Indian Ocean on the south coast. The weather is perfect for growing grapes – rainfall measures up to 40 inches a year, the mild Mediterranean weather provides the perfect climate and the ground is mainly sandy and rough.
Tasting Notes
Named after the migration of whales which occurs every year. These majestic creatures travel thousands of kilometres between the food rich waters of the Antarctica to the warmer waters of South Africa and beyond. Hailing from the Western Cape, this Merlot is round and supple, full of juicy plums, cherries and blackberries. Complemented by a fresh acidity and soft tannins.
Food
Delicious with tomato based pasta dishes, pizza and bbq food.
Producer
These wines have been specifically chosen for Ellis by our team of buyers. The focus of this range is to create high quality wines which capture the quintessential characteristics of varietals from around the winemaking world. As sustainability is something very close to our hearts here at Ellis, these wines have been shipped in the most environmentally friendly way and bottled at a carbon minus bottling facility.
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Whale Point Merlot
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