Description
Crafted for everyday enjoyment but with the integrity of estate-grown fruit, Muratie’s Melck's Red Blend 2021 is approachable, yet thoughtfully made. Medium-bodied with smooth, supple tannins, this Stellenbosch blend reveals vibrant red berries, a whisper of white pepper, and subtle notes of dark chocolate from gentle oak maturation. It's unpretentious, versatile, and delicious—perfect for weeknight dinners, casual gatherings, or simply a glass on its own. A true expression of laid-back elegance and winemaking heritage.
For the Melck’s Red, we hand-harvest grapes from select vineyard blocks across the estate to ensure balance and depth. Each variety—Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Shiraz—is fermented separately in a mix of stainless steel tanks and open-top fermenters to preserve character. The wine is then matured for 16 months in seasoned French oak barrels, allowing subtle integration of oak while letting the fruit shine through.
Winemaker: Hattingh de Villiers
Winemaker: Hattingh de Villiers
Tucked into the exquisite Knorhoek Valley north of Stellenbosch, Muratie Wine Estate, under the stewardship of Rijk Melck and his family, has been at the heart of a lot of passionate debate. This debate is centered largely around the desire to protect a century’s old wine experience that is a magnet for wine lovers around the world.
