{"product_id":"creation-estate-range-merlot-2022","title":"Creation Estate Range Merlot 2022","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCreation Estate Range Merlot 2022\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOVERVIEW\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDiscover the \u003cb\u003eCreation Merlot 2022\u003c\/b\u003e, a refined cool-climate red wine from Creation Wines in Walker Bay, South Africa. Crafted from vineyards rooted in decomposed Bokkeveld shale soils, this Merlot showcases the elegance and generosity of the varietal, combining ripe berry fruit with subtle mocha richness and polished structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWHO IS IT FOR?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePerfect for lovers of elegant, fruit-driven Merlot with depth and smoothness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eRelaxed dinners and entertaining\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003ePairing with rich, comforting cuisine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eWine lovers seeking a polished yet approachable red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eA sophisticated wine that balances richness with finesse.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDeep ruby red with vibrant clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAromas:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRipe berry fruit layered with rewarding dark chocolate and mocha notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePalate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGenerous dark fruit flavours supported by subtle oak spice and cocoa richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTexture:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSmooth, rounded, and velvety with refined tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLong, elegant, and lingering with hints of mocha and dark berries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFOOD PAIRING\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePairs beautifully with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eRoast beef and lamb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eSlow-cooked stews and casseroles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eMushroom risotto and grilled aubergine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eMature cheeses such as Gouda or cheddar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eDark chocolate-based dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eServe at \u003cb\u003e16–18°C\u003c\/b\u003e in a large Bordeaux-style glass. Best enjoyed within \u003cb\u003e5–8 years\u003c\/b\u003e of vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSERVING TIPS \u0026amp; DETAILS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eServing Temperature:\u003c\/b\u003e 16–18°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIdeal Drinking Window:\u003c\/b\u003e 5–8 years from vintage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGlass Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Bordeaux-style red wine glass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/b\u003e 14%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Walker Bay, South Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGrape Variety:\u003c\/b\u003e 100% Merlot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSoil Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Decomposed Bokkeveld shale on clay-loam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eElevation:\u003c\/b\u003e 280 m above sea level\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHarvest Date:\u003c\/b\u003e End March 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRainfall:\u003c\/b\u003e 620 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRipening:\u003c\/b\u003e Long ripening period\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAverage Temperature:\u003c\/b\u003e 22°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVinification:\u003c\/b\u003e Hand-harvested and fermented in stainless steel tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaturation:\u003c\/b\u003e Matured for 18 months in French oak barrels (30% new oak, remainder second- and third-fill)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTrellising System:\u003c\/b\u003e 7-wire Perold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVine Age:\u003c\/b\u003e 19 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStorage:\u003c\/b\u003e Store horizontally in a cool, dark place\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eACCOLADES AND REVIEWS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e⭐ \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vivino.com\/en\/creation-merlot\/w\/1542957?year=2022\u0026amp;price_id=37250387\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Creation Reviews\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eVivino Rating: 3.9\/5\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vivino.com\/en\/creation-merlot\/w\/1542957?year=2022\u0026amp;price_id=37250387\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Creation Reviews\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e“\u003cspan\u003eExcellent, full-bodied wine. Good, earthy flavors.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCelebrated for its smooth texture, refined structure, and approachable sophistication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFAQ's\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it oaked?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The wine matured for 18 months in French oak barrels, adding mocha richness and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it dry or sweet?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a dry red wine with ripe fruit expression and balanced acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan it age?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Its structure and oak maturation support graceful ageing over several years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat makes it unique?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts cool-climate terroir and elegant balance of ripe berry fruit, mocha richness, and refined tannins make it distinctively sophisticated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat foods does it pair with?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRoast meats, stews, mushroom dishes, mature cheeses, and dark chocolate pair beautifully with this wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it suitable for gifting?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbsolutely. Its elegant style and approachable luxury make it an excellent gift for red wine lovers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Creation","offers":[{"title":"Bottle","offer_id":53869531529543,"sku":"C-EST-MER-22Bottle","price":24.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Case (x6 Bottles)","offer_id":53869531562311,"sku":"C-EST-MER-22Case","price":144.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0837\/9272\/4295\/files\/CREATIONESTATERANGEMerlot2022.jpg?v=1778095200","url":"https:\/\/potum.shop\/products\/creation-estate-range-merlot-2022","provider":"POTUM","version":"1.0","type":"link"}