Meerlust Pinot Noir 2024

93 pts Tim Atkin MW 2025
Meerlust’s under-rated Pinot noir comes from two blocks planted with the 115 Dijon clone in 2006 and 2017. Fermented cool to preserve fruit and freshness, this has redcurrant and goji berry flavours, savoury tannins and well-handled 50% new French oak. 2026-30

4 ½ Stars 2025 John Platter’s South African Wine Guide
Remarkably substantial warm-climate 24 (92 pts) is also elegant & intricate, shows savoury aromas, plush quince & pomegranate fruit, floral hint of spice from 11 months combo cask & foudre, 40% new. Robust tannins suggest cellaring few years before broaching.