2012 Merlot Alexander von Essen Selection

Name: Merlot Alexander von Essen Selection
Brand: Vriesenhof Vineyards
Rating: 89 (1 reviews)

Vriesenhof Vineyards

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Points

Tasting 2016

The red wine Merlot Alexander von Essen Selection, vintage 2012 from the winery Vriesenhof Vineyards has been rated in 2016 by Peter Moser with 89 Falstaff points. It is a wine made from the grape variety Merlot from the region Stellenbosch in South Africa.

Tasting Notes

Tasting from 12.02.2016: Peter Moser

Deep ruby-garnet color, subtle ochre reflections, broad rim brightening. A hint of mint and eucalyptus, red berry confit and cherries. Medium body, delicate nougat, present tannins, subtle sweetness on the finish.

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Region: Stellenbosch, South Africa

Winery: Vriesenhof Vineyards

Category: Red Wine

Grape Variety: Merlot

Vintage: 2012

Expansion: barrique

Alcohol Level: 13.5%

Price: 10 - 20 €

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Stellenbosch, South Africa

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Winery Vriesenhof Vineyards

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Vriesenhof Vineyards

Paradyskloof Rd
7600 Stellenbosch
Südafrika
+27 (021) 880 0284
[email protected] www.vriesenhof.co.za

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