Meerlust Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 1.5L

4 ½ Stars 2021 John Platter’s South African Wine Guide
Classic 17 (94 pts) already flaunting cab’s sweet blackberry fruit, gentle opulence, also freshness, all safely secured by usual bracing structure, fine & ripe, but leaving no doubt that time is required to harmonize. Oak, 70% new French, seamlessly absorbed.

93 pts Tim Atkin MW 2021
Notwithstanding the 14.5% alcohol, this 40% new wood-aged Cabernet is driven by acidity. Sourced from various blocks on clay, granite, shale and alluvial soils, it’s floral and graceful, with some stony grip and notes of orange zest, cassis and red berries. Classy stuff. 2023-29