{"product_id":"2021-protea-merlot-anthonij-rupert-wyne","title":"2021 Protea Merlot, Anthonij Rupert Wyne","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"82\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"47\" data-end=\"82\"\u003eVelvet Plum\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"888\"\u003eWarm, generous and instantly appealing, this is Merlot with plenty of ripe charm and just enough polish to keep it feeling well turned out. Blackberries, plum and mulberry rise from the glass first, joined by a touch of dark chocolate, gentle spice and that soft fruitcake note that gives the wine extra warmth and character. The palate is smooth and rounded, with juicy red and black fruit, a supple texture and a softly supportive frame that keeps everything in balance. Easy-going, yes, but never flimsy, this is a red that feels plush, friendly and very easy to enjoy. The 2021 is \u003cstrong data-start=\"670\" data-end=\"685\"\u003e100% Merlot\u003c\/strong\u003e from the \u003cstrong data-start=\"695\" data-end=\"711\"\u003eWestern Cape\u003c\/strong\u003e, grown on \u003cstrong data-start=\"722\" data-end=\"763\"\u003edecomposed granite with clay subsoils\u003c\/strong\u003e, with the season marked by cooler, moderate conditions and replenished water reserves. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"890\" data-end=\"1208\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"890\" data-end=\"903\"\u003eFor when:\u003c\/strong\u003e supper is relaxed, the food is hearty, and the bottle needs broad appeal.\u003cbr data-start=\"977\" data-end=\"980\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"980\" data-end=\"995\"\u003ePairs with:\u003c\/strong\u003e grilled pork, beef burgers, tomato-based pasta, or mushroom dishes with a little spice.\u003cbr data-start=\"1083\" data-end=\"1086\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1086\" data-end=\"1116\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eIf this wine were a place:\u003c\/strong\u003e a warm Cape evening with the last light on the hills and something comforting on the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1700\"\u003eThe Protea range sits within the Anthonij Rupert portfolio and is designed to offer a more open, approachable expression of the Western Cape. For the 2021 Merlot, the fruit was hand-harvested from Western Cape vineyards and vinified in a style aimed at preserving softness, fruit and easy charm. Across the range, Protea wines are also notable for their sustainability credentials, with lightweight bottles and labels printed on 100% recycled material.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wine Republic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54799801909633,"sku":null,"price":14.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0916\/0513\/9841\/files\/2020-Protea-Merlot-Anthonij-Rupert-Wyne.png?v=1780416739","url":"https:\/\/www.wine-republic.co.uk\/products\/2021-protea-merlot-anthonij-rupert-wyne","provider":"Wine Republic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}