Rustenberg
John X Merriman 2005
Bordeaux-Style wines from South Africa
Lot Estimate Change Currency
ZAR 5 000 - 9 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 5 628
Location
Wine Storage
About this Item
John X Merriman 2005
6 (1 x 6) 750ml
In 1892 the farm had previously been divided into two pieces and was nearing on derelict when 'future' Prime Minister of the Cape, John X Merriman, stepped in with his brother-in-law Sir Jacob Barry to rescue both farms.
Provenance
Wright Private Collection
Critics Ratings
'Modern classic' bdx-style blend; 03, 05 honoured as such, taking trophy on Calyon competition. Latter vintage a real charmer. Entices with fresh, ripe fruit perfume, silky sleekness, retraining ripe tannins. French oaked, 50% new, 20 months.' - Platter's SA Wine Guide 2008, 4.5*
'54% Merlot, 33% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Petit Verdot, 4% Cab Franc, 3% Malbec. Platter 2008 4.5 star rating. Blackish crimson. Lead pencils and concentration and real integrity. Underpriced. Acidity a little obvious but a good drink for the money. GV' - Jancis Robinson 16.5/20 (2008)
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