Pink to dark red rim. Rich lush fruit and ripe berries on the nose, along with generous oaking, continued through on the palate, with just a hint of spice. Well balanced truck-loads of silky tannins and slight acid, along with a generous amount of alcohol all in harmony. Exceptionally long tail. This silky smooth Merlot from Stellenbosch region tingles all the right tastebuds and is another great wine from Hartenberg. Delightful and divine!
Tasted December 2009
Price when bought: R119
John Platter rating: 4.5/5
My rating 4.5/5 (and so very close to 5/5!)