Uva Mira Mountain Vineyards The Mira Merlot

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Uva Mira Mountain Vineyards

Uva Mira Mountain Vineyards The Mira Merlot

Name: Uva Mira Mountain Vineyards The Mira Merlot
Brand: Uva Mira Mountain Vineyards
Price: null USD
Rating: 4 (0 reviews)

South Africa, Stellenbosch

Red wine

4.0

Expert Rating

4.0

Regularly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Uva Mira Mountain Vineyards' The Mira Merlot is a premium red wine that showcases the best of South African winemaking. Produced by Uva Mira, a renowned winery located in the Stellenbosch appellation, this wine is made from grapes grown in the estate's high-altitude vineyards. The vineyards' unique features, including the cool climate and well-draining soils, contribute to the wine's exceptional quality and character. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the grapes, followed by fermentation and aging in French oak barrels. The resulting wine is a rich and complex Merlot with notes of dark fruit, chocolate, and spice. It is a perfect choice for those who appreciate a full-bodied and elegant red wine.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

Uva Mira Mountain Vineyards The Mira Merlot has aromas of ripe red fruits and sweet spices, with hints of oregano and tobacco.On the palate, it is medium-bodied, with vibrant acidity and a smooth tannin structure. The flavors are of dark cherry, currant, and blackberry, with notes of dried herbs and earthy minerals. The finish is long with a pleasant balance of sweet, fruity and savory nuances. Overall, this is a well-crafted and easy-drinking red wine.

EXPERT RATING

4.0

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2026

Profile

Sweetness:

Almost dry

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Refreshing

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Firm

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Merlot

ORIGINS

Winery: Uva Mira Mountain Vineyards

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

4.0

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