Bordeaux

Timed Online Auction, 28 March - 15 April 2024

Bordeaux
About the Session

A carefully curated selection of highly sought-after collectables of Bordeaux and Bordeaux-style SA wines.


Sold for

ZAR 3 283
Lot 92
  • Rustenberg; John X Merriman; 2015; 6 (1 x 6); 750ml


Lot Estimate
ZAR 3 000 - 4 500
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 3 283

About this Item

2015 John X Merriman
6 (1 x 6) 750ml

In 1892 the farm had previously been divided into two pieces and was nearing on derelict when 'future' Prime Minister of the Cape, John X Merriman, stepped in with his brother-in-law Sir Jacob Barry to rescue both farms. He played a great role in revitalizing Rustenberg and in promoting the tourism and agricultural value of Ida's Valley, the area close to the town of Stellenbosch in which Rustenberg is situated. The John X Merriman is Rustenberg's Estate wine.

Provenance

Wine Cellar Private Client

Critics Ratings

'Now bottled under screwcap (which might scare traditionalists a bit) this is a Merlot dominated Bordeaux blend with Cabernet Sauvignon and smaller amounts of Malbec, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. It's a big wine, but the oak is well integrated, with fine tannins and blackcurrant leaf and graphite notes.'- Tim Atkin MW, SA Special Report 2017, 91/100

5-way Bordeaux blend, with merlot (52%) & cab (41%) in the lead in 2015. Deep colour, classic cigarbox aromas. There's power, though the 14.7% alcohol is balanced - while adding to the sweetness of ripe, pure fruit (the finish fairly dry). Good intensity & depth.' - Platter's SA Wine Guide 2018, 4.5* (92/100)

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