Backsberg

Backsberg Merlot

3.8
Expert Rating
3.6
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WINE DESCRIPTION
Backsberg Merlot is a premium red wine produced by Backsberg Estate Cellars, a renowned winery located in the heart of the Paarl wine region in South Africa. The grapes used to make this wine are sourced from the estate's own vineyards, which are known for their unique terroir and ideal growing conditions. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the best grapes, followed by gentle pressing and aging in oak barrels to enhance the wine's complexity and depth of flavor. The resulting wine is a rich and full-bodied Merlot with notes of dark fruit, chocolate, and spice, making it a perfect pairing for hearty meat dishes or a cozy night in.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This South African Merlot from Backsberg is an elegant and balanced wine, with dark cherry, blackberry, and currant aromas on the nose.On the palate, the wine is soft and smooth, with flavors of ripe cherry, cocoa powder, and a hint of cedar. The tannins are well integrated, and the finish is long and lingering.
EXPERT RATING
3.8
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2029
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Mildly aromatic
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Merlot
Merlot
ORIGINS
Winery:  Backsberg
Region:  Paarl
Paarl, located in the Western Cape of South Africa, is a wine region with a long and storied history. With its unique terroir and a wide variety of grape varieties, Paarl is a region that has something to offer for every wine lover.
CUSTOMER RATING
3.6
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