Muratie Martin Melck Cabernet Sauvignon

Name: Muratie Martin Melck Cabernet Sauvignon
Brand: Muratie
Price: null USD
Rating: 4 (0 reviews)

South Africa, Stellenbosch

Red wine

4.0

Expert Rating

4.4

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WINE DESCRIPTION

Muratie Martin Melck Cabernet Sauvignon is a premium wine from South Africa's Stellenbosch region produced by Muratie Estate, one of the oldest and most iconic wineries in the country. The wine is named after Martin Melck, the original owner of the estate in the 18th century. The vineyards are situated on the slopes of the Simonsberg mountain and benefit from a unique terroir characterized by decomposed granite and shale soils. The wine is made using traditional winemaking methods and aged for 18 months in French oak barrels. The style is rich and complex, with notes of blackcurrant, blackberry, and cedar, balanced by fine tannins and a long, smooth finish.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

Muratie Martin Melck Cabernet Sauvignon has a deep, rich ruby color with notes of blackberries, cassis, and tobacco.On the palate, there are flavors of dark fruit and a hint of smoke, with a full-bodied texture and a soft, smooth finish. The tannins are well-integrated and there is a pleasant balance between acidity and sweetness. It is a well-crafted wine that is sure to please.

EXPERT RATING

4.0

DRINKING WINDOW

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2027

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Intense

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Vibrant

Soft

Crisp

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Grippy

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Grippy

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Cabernet Sauvignon

ORIGINS

Winery: Muratie

Region: Stellenbosch

Situated in the Western Cape of South Africa, Stellenbosch is one of the country’s most renowned wine regions. With a long and illustrious history, Stellenbosch is home to some of the country’s most celebrated wineries and produces a wide range of wines that have earned international acclaim. Stellenbosch has been producing wine since the late 17th century, when the first vines were planted by French Huguenot protestants. The region has since become one of the most important wine-producing areas in South Africa, and is home to some of the country’s oldest and most prestigious wineries.

CUSTOMER RATING

4.4

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