BOSCHENDAL 1685 MERLOT

6 in stock

R180,00

WHY IS IT SPECIAL?

Part of Boschendal’s 1685 Collection, which celebrates the estate’s founding year and its heritage.
The blend of cool-climate vineyard sites (Elgin + Stellenbosch) gives depth, red-fruit freshness, and restrained elegance.
Subtle oak ageing in large French oak barrels adds structure without overpowering the primary Merlot fruit.

REVIEWS/AWARDS

TIM ATKIN: 90/100
DECANTER WORLD WINE AWARDS: 89/100

TASTING NOTES:

Nose: A rich and expressive bouquet of ripe mulberry and plum, wrapped in vanilla and soft dark chocolate.

Palate: On the palate, juicy red cherry and rich plum flavours blend with pronounced mulberry. The oak adds subtle structure, while fine tannins provide elegance and length.

Finish: The finish is long and nuanced with lingering mulberry fruit, a touch of savoury fynbos, and a whisper of freshly roasted coffee beans.

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Product details

Part of Boschendal’s prestigious 1685 Collection, this Merlot is made from 100% Merlot sourced from vineyards aged between 7 and 25 years in Stellenbosch and Elgin. It is vinified in stainless steel and matured in 300‑litre French oak barrels (around 20% new oak), producing a wine that is both structured and elegant.

Technical specs: 13.5% alcohol, RS 3.5 g/L, TA 5.9 g/L, pH 3.5.

Ageing potential per the estate: 0–5 years, though with good cellaring, it can develop in complexity over 3–7 years.

Additional information

Volume	750ml
Quantity	Single

Food Pairing

Pairs beautifully with herb-roasted lamb or beef, grilled pork tenderloin, mature hard cheeses like Gouda or Cheddar and tomato-based pasta dishes or mushroom risotto.