Modern, Post-War, Contemporary Art, Decorative Arts and Wine
Online-Only Auction, 18 - 25 October 2021
Wine
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About this Item
Meerlust Estate has been the pride of the Myburgh family since 1756. Having previously visited Bordeaux, Nico Myburgh realised that the terroir there was very similar to that of his farm near the Eerste River. In 1978, Giorgio joined Nico at Meerlust in which was to be a dynamic, fruitful decades-long friendship and partnership between owner-vintner and cellarmaster.
Critics Ratings
‘Tall, dark and handsome in refined house style, 2012 shows minty notes with a piquant flavour profile lifted by 11% aromatic Cabernet Franc. Spicy oak (60% new) focuses the mineral centre.’ - Platter’s SA Wine Guide 2015, 4.5*
‘There was no Meerlust Merlot in 2011, so this is a welcome return of a style that the winery makes as well as almost anyone in Stellenbosch. It’s a highly perfumed style, with aromas of truffle, green leaves and wild mushroom and a sweet core of berry fruit.’ - Tim Atkin SA Special Report 2015, 91/100
Provenance
Private Client