Name: KANU MERLOT
SKU: MW-018-NS
Availability: InStock

KANU MERLOT

6 in stock

R170,00

WHY IS IT SPECIAL?

KANU Merlot stands out because it represents the winery’s promise of consistent quality and flavour, even in their more accessible wines. The estate’s philosophy of harmony—with nature, biodiversity, and winemaking—allows them to produce a Merlot that is expressive, balanced and true to Stellenbosch terroir. With a name tied to a mythical bird of promise, KANU creates wines that are not just enjoyable now but crafted with a touch of ambition, making this Merlot both a delightful everyday wine and a worthy addition to a collector’s shelf.

REVIEWS/AWARDS

The Trophy Wine Show: Bronze (2020)
Wine Spectator: 87/100

TASTING NOTES:

Nose: Bright sun‑ripened blackberries and cherries with wafts of white chocolate and a hint of herbs.

Palate: Velvety and juicy, with mulberry and red plum flavours, gentle herbaceous nuances, and soft yet ample tannins.

Finish: Smooth and lingering, marked by mocha undertones and a gentle, comforting fruit presence.

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Product details

KANU Merlot is crafted by Kanu Wines, a Stellenbosch estate rooted in legend and sustainability. Their Merlot is made from hand-picked fruit in the Bottelary Hills, vinified with care: after gentle crushing and a short maceration on skins, the juice is fermented in stainless steel before being treated with French and American oak staves to provide structure without overwhelming the fruit. Micro‑oxygenation is used to help integrate wine and wood, and after malolactic fermentation the wine is lightly fined and filtered prior to bottling.

Additional information

Volume	750ml
Quantity	Single

Food Pairing

This Merlot’s juicy, fruit-forward style makes it a superb pairing for butter‑fried steak or a seared rib‑eye, where its black-berry and mocha tones can complement richly flavoured meat. It also matches well with porcini and Parmesan risotto, balancing earthiness and cream, and is an elegant match for Tuscan-rolled pork belly.