Penitino Merlot – Stellenbosch, South Africa
Red

Penitino Merlot 2023

£8.99

A Stellenbosch Merlot, soft and rounded with ripe plum and a gentle mocha finish. Great with lamb.

South AfricaStellenbosch, South Africa·Merlot
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ABV 13.0%Size 75clClosure ScrewcapServe 16–18°C
Why we chose it

“Italian Merlot at entry price — soft, plummy, easy. A reliable everyday red for weeknight drinking.”

Kelli - Wine Buyer
Pairs with:Pasta (Tomato)LambPork
About this wine

Rich South African Merlot with Silky Depth

Penitino Merlot is a generous, fruit-forward red from South Africa's Western Cape, where warm sunshine and well-drained soils produce grapes of natural richness. Aromas of ripe plum, black cherry and a touch of dark chocolate draw you in, while the palate delivers a velvety-smooth texture, medium body and a satisfying finish with lingering notes of vanilla and gentle spice.

Approachable and versatile, this is a crowd-pleasing Merlot that works beautifully alongside roasted lamb, mushroom risotto, aged cheeses or a simple sharing board. A reliable bottle that over-delivers for its price and works in any setting.

About the producer

Penitino is a South African wine brand crafting approachable, internationally-styled wines for everyday enjoyment. Their range of Merlot and Pinot Grigio draws on South Africa's diverse wine-growing regions, which benefit from the temperate influence of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans to produce wines of freshness, balance, and clear varietal character. Accessible and food-friendly, Penitino showcases the versatility that has made South African wine increasingly popular on the world stage.

Stellenbosch wine region landscape. Photo: Dfmalan (Public domain), via Wikimedia Commons (cropped)

Where This Wine Comes From

Grown by Penitino in Stellenbosch, South Africa — Merlot, shaped by the soils and seasons it calls home. A true taste of Stellenbosch, South Africa.

Merlot

Plush, plummy, softer tannins than Cabernet. Great on its own or in blends.

PRODUCER

Penitino

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REGION

Stellenbosch

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COUNTRY

South Africa

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