| Rating | 92 |
| Style | Red |
| Variety | Merlot |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Appellation |
Stellenbosch Coastal Region Western Cape South Africa |
| ABV | 15% |
| Price | $33.00 |
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| Reviewed | 2025-09-09 |
Perfect For
Drinking Outside the Lines, Host/Hostess Gifting, Weekday Dinner Pairings
Drink If You Like
Cabernet Franc, Dolcetto , Merlot
Keermont Vineyards Merlot ‘Stellenbosch’ 2020 Review
We don’t see much single varietal Merlot coming from South Africa so it is nice to see Keermont taking such great care of the grape. This Merlot comes from two vineyards, one that often yields fruit to make a denser wine and the other often results in higher acid wine. When blended, it’s a beautiful balance of depth and refreshment. There are autumn leaves and blueberries on the nose with hits of white pepper. The palate is supple with medium depth and a slight tannic frame.
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