More Information - Jakkalsvlei Merlot
This soft, elegant Merlot is medium to full-bodied with red fruit aromas of raspberry, cherry and ripe plum. The palate is soft and accommodates a good structure for medium term aging.
Back Story & Wine Information
Jakkalsvlei is situated 40km inland from the Indian Ocean next to the Langeberg Mountains. Our climate is warm and dry during the summer with the ocean cooling it down at night. Our annual rainfall is 400mm, slightly higher than the average for this area since the farm is situated next to the mountains, which makes it easier for the southeast rain clouds to gather up next to the mountain range. The vines are planted in different soil types, clay, shale and sandstone. The northern and southern slopes on the farm give us more options to plant different cultivars.
Pairing
Red meat and game
Lamb: Rack of lamb, lamb shank, grilled lamb kebabs
Beef: Beef casserole, juicy steak
Other: Smoked meats
Poultry and pasta
Poultry: Chicken or duck, especially roasted
Pasta: Pasta dishes with rich sauces
Vegetables and risotto
Vegetables: Roasted vegetables
Risotto: Mushroom risotto or other earthy risottos
Seafood
Fish: Salmon, tuna, scallops, halibut, arctic char
Seafood: Prawns
Cheeses and other
Cheeses: Mild cheeses, or cheeses served with cured meats
Desserts: Chocolate, macarons, or fudge
