{"product_id":"steenberg-classic-merlot-2022-red-wine-2026198552","title":"Steenberg Classic Merlot 2022 Red Wine","description":"\u003cp\u003eVegetarian\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Steenberg 2022 Merlot is a quintessential cool-climate expression of the grape variety: elegant with soft dark fruit and characteristic notes of plum, liquorice, and mulberry with a lively edge This medium to full-bodied wine will stand up to rich dishes with strong Mediterranean flavours, such as braised and roast meats, tomato-based stews, mature cheese, and briny olives. This wine is drinking now but could age well for five to seven years after bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease drink responsibly: The UK Chief Medical Officers recommend adults do not regularly drink more than 14 units per week\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSouth Africa\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePackage type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlass Bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecycling information\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecyclable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOther Information\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVegan and Vegetarian friendly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAllergen Information\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContains sulphites\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteenberg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAgent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeckford Agencies. Old Barn Farm. Harts Lane. Ardleigh. CO7 7QQ\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrape variety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMerlot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurrent vintage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2022\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe nose offers cedarwood and lavender, while the broody and deep palate reveals raspberry preserve, umami and spicy clove. The velvety texture is enhanced by a refreshing acidity, while well-integrated, fine tannins add structure and a dry finish luring you back to the glass.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlcohol by volume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10.9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProducer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteenberg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinemaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElunda Basson\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVinification details\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe grapes were harvested at a sugar level of 24-25°B. 15% of the juice was drawn off before crush \/ de-stemming to improve flavour and colour. The juice was fermented on the skins for 10 - 14 days, allowing the temperature in the tank to peak at 28°C. After malolactic conversion, the wine was transferred to a combination of 3rd fill and older 225l French oak barrels to mature for an average of 24 months. It then underwent a light fining before bottling in August 2024\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"M\u0026S","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48322585592046,"sku":"STO-ITEM-2026-198552","price":34.86,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/0125\/9183\/files\/640x640_12f34f3f-e452-40a8-8584-49d9eb385126.jpg?v=1784131271","url":"https:\/\/mcgrocer.com\/products\/steenberg-classic-merlot-2022-red-wine-2026198552","provider":"McGrocer","version":"1.0","type":"link"}