Shannon Vineyards Black Merlot wine is an outstanding red wine of supreme depth and smoothness originating from the fertile Western Cape of South Africa. Each sip hits the palate with a robust, layered blend of rich blackberry, cherry, chocolate and oak, unfolding with a spicy linger. Its full-bodied character, with soft tannins, exhibits an impressive structure, making it an excellent pairing with hearty dishes like beef bourguignon or lamb roast. The wine's complexity amplified by maturing in French oak barrels for 18 months, culminates in a delectably velvety finish. Indeed, a luxurious wine experience akin to old-world sophistication.

Tasting Notes

The wine has a fragrance of ripe red fruits such as plums and dark cherries, with earthy complexity and yet still expressing minerality. Maintaining a good acidity lends to outstanding freshness with a well integrated ripe and seductive tannin structure

About the Winery

Nestled amidst the rolling hills of Elgin Valley in South Africa, Shannon Vineyards is a charming vineyard known for its premium wines. Gracing a picturesque landscape and a climatic similarity to Bordeaux, France, Shannon Vineyards represents nature's bounty in the most splendid style.

Established in 2000, by James and Stuart Downes, this winery is noted for its refined wine-making techniques, focused on creating wines that speak of their impeccable heritage and vintage styles. The vineyard is spread across a lush area of 8.3 hectares, where grapes are planted carefully considering the unique combination of soil, weather and sun orientation.

Being an impressive medley of diverse soil types, the vineyard is tailored to produce grapes for exclusive wine styles. From rich, mineral-laden soils to limestone-based terrain, Shannon Vineyards enjoys the privilege of nurturing distinct grape varieties. The estate is celebrated for its merit-worthy, cool-climate wines such as the Mount Bullet Merlot, Rockview Ridge Pinot Noir, and The Ridge Sauvignon Blanc. Each variety carries its own story of meticulous craftsmanship and a patient wait.

The dedicated team-led winemaking process ensures the highest standards for each bottle, resulting in the creation of wines that are expressive of their terroir and varietal characters. The winemaking process is conducted in a state-of-the-art cellar, where the marriage of traditional practice and modern technology adds value to each stage.

The passion for winemaking is palpable in every sip you take from a glass of Shannon Vineyards' elegant, finely balanced wines. The wine estate welcomes wine-lovers to their cosy tasting room that offers panoramic views of the estate, live music and delightful gastronomy.

Whether you’re drawn by the genuinely enthusiastic folks who run the establishment, or the world-class wines that they take real pride in producing: one things for sure, an experience at Shannon Vineyards is one that’s bound to leave an indelible impression on your palate.

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