Kleine Zalze Merlot Cellar Selection

0.75L | 14.0%

9 , 9 5

Merlot

Little Zalze

Aantal

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Kleine Zalze Merlot Cellar Selection

Taste & Aging

Light

Bold

Smooth

Tannic

Dry

Sweet

Soft

Acidity

Complexity

Beautifully layered

Drinking Window

Aging phase Until 2026

Ready to drink 2026 - 2031

Past peak After 2031

Aromas

Red berries Plums Cedarwood Chocolate Spicy notes

Food Pairing

Steak Stews Roast chicken

An elegant wine from Kleine Zalze. This Merlot has developed a unique character thanks to its long oak aging. It displays both abundant fruit and spicy notes. Thanks to its perfect location in Stellenbosch, the Merlot grapes can enjoy warm summer days, but also find the necessary coolness thanks to the nearby coast. This allows the grapes to ripen perfectly and develop all their fruity characteristics.

A South African winery with German roots

The German Nicholas Cleef founded the De Zalze winery in 1683. At that time, he is said to have planted around 7,000 vines. Several owners have been at the helm of this successful winery. Kobus Basson and Rolf Schulz have owned De Zalze since 1996 and have built a new family tradition of winemaking from day one. The wines regularly win awards, and with good reason. There's a fantastic wine for every wine lover in the selection. In addition to the typical South African reds of Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot, Kleine Zalze also offers excellent white wines from Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, and Chenin Blanc. After harvesting in the early morning, the grapes are destemmed at the winery, and fermentation is carried out using whole berries to ensure a soft, elegant, and fruity wine. The batches are fermented in stainless steel tanks, and then only the free-run juice is transferred to older oak barrels for aging for approximately 12 months. A small portion is aged in tank to add a touch of freshness to the final blend.

The fruity character of Merlot Cellar Selection

This Merlot smells of ripe red berries, plums, and cedarwood, with hints of chocolate. On the palate, the Kleine Zalze Cellar Selection Merlot is beautifully structured, with ripe, well-integrated tannins, a fresh acidity, and a pleasant, fruity lightness. The finish is long and lingering. This Kleine Zalze Merlot can be enjoyed on its own, but also pairs well with meat dishes such as steak or stews.

Product details

Alcohol content	14.0%
Vintage	2024
Size	0.75L
Region	Western Cape
Sub-region	Stellenbosch
Land	South Africa
Producer	Little Zalze
Varietal(s)	Merlot
Oak aging	Yes, 12 months in older oak casks
Ideal serving temperature ?	16° - 18°C