{"product_id":"lourensford-the-dome-merlot-2019","title":"Lourensford The Dome Merlot 2019","description":"\u003ch1 data-start=\"425\" data-end=\"464\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"428\" data-end=\"464\"\u003eLourensford The Dome Merlot 2019\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"466\" data-end=\"501\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"470\" data-end=\"499\"\u003eOVERVIEW\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"502\" data-end=\"884\"\u003eLourensford \u003cem data-start=\"514\" data-end=\"536\"\u003eThe Dome Merlot 2019\u003c\/em\u003e is a premium, single-vineyard Merlot grown beneath the iconic dome-shaped mountain on the Lourensford Estate. Benefiting from cool evening breezes and well-drained soils, the wine delivers depth, structure and refinement while remaining true to Merlot’s naturally plush character. The 2019 vintage shows precision, balance and clear ageing intent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"895\" data-end=\"916\"\u003eWHO IS IT FOR?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"919\" data-end=\"932\"\u003eDesigned for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"1116\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"984\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"936\" data-end=\"984\"\u003eMerlot lovers seeking structure, not sweetness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"985\" data-end=\"1028\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"987\" data-end=\"1028\"\u003eCollectors of single-vineyard Cape reds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1029\" data-end=\"1064\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1064\"\u003eFine-dining and premium gifting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1065\" data-end=\"1116\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1116\"\u003eDrinkers who enjoy elegance over overt ripeness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1169\"\u003eThis is a serious Merlot, not an entry-level style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1176\" data-end=\"1202\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1180\" data-end=\"1200\"\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1203\" data-end=\"1565\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1203\" data-end=\"1255\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1205\" data-end=\"1255\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1205\" data-end=\"1220\"\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep ruby with garnet undertones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1256\" data-end=\"1333\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1333\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1269\"\u003eAromas:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black cherry, ripe plum, cedar, cocoa and subtle herbal notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1441\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1336\" data-end=\"1441\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1336\" data-end=\"1347\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Concentrated red and black fruit layered with dark chocolate, savoury spice and refined oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1442\" data-end=\"1516\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1444\" data-end=\"1516\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1444\" data-end=\"1456\"\u003eTexture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polished, medium-to-full bodied with fine-grained tannins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1517\" data-end=\"1565\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1565\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, elegant and gently savoury\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1572\" data-end=\"1597\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1576\" data-end=\"1595\"\u003eFOOD PAIRING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1598\" data-end=\"1613\"\u003eExcellent with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1615\" data-end=\"1731\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1615\" data-end=\"1641\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1641\"\u003eBeef fillet or sirloin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1642\" data-end=\"1657\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1657\"\u003eDuck breast\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1658\" data-end=\"1683\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1660\" data-end=\"1683\"\u003eRoast lamb with herbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1684\" data-end=\"1704\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1704\"\u003eMushroom risotto\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1705\" data-end=\"1731\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1731\"\u003eSemi-hard aged cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1761\" data-end=\"1796\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1765\" data-end=\"1794\"\u003eSERVING TIPS \u0026amp; DETAILS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1797\" data-end=\"1931\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1797\" data-end=\"1839\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1799\" data-end=\"1839\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1799\" data-end=\"1809\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry, single-vineyard Merlot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1840\" data-end=\"1861\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1842\" data-end=\"1861\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1842\" data-end=\"1854\"\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e ±14%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1862\" data-end=\"1896\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1864\" data-end=\"1896\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1864\" data-end=\"1872\"\u003eOak:\u003c\/strong\u003e French oak maturation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1897\" data-end=\"1931\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1899\" data-end=\"1931\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1899\" data-end=\"1919\"\u003eDrinking Window:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2022–2035\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1897\" data-end=\"1931\"\u003eServe at \u003cstrong data-start=\"1742\" data-end=\"1753\"\u003e16–18°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1938\" data-end=\"1972\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1942\" data-end=\"1970\"\u003eACCOLADES AND REVIEWS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1973\" data-end=\"2021\"\u003eWidely praised for balance, elegance and purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1973\" data-end=\"2021\"\u003e\"Beautiful flavoured and fragrant Merlot with subtle hints of\u003cbr\u003ecocoa . To be enjoyed with good friends.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2023\" data-end=\"2056\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vivino.com\/en\/lourensford-wine-estate-the-dome-merlot\/w\/8859778?year=2019\" title=\"Lourensford Reviews\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2023\" data-end=\"2042\"\u003eAverage rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e ★ 4.0\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2063\" data-end=\"2100\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2067\" data-end=\"2100\"\u003eFAQ's\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2102\" data-end=\"2192\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2102\" data-end=\"2131\"\u003eIs this wine 100% Merlot?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2131\" data-end=\"2134\"\u003eYes - sourced from a single Merlot vineyard on the estate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2194\" data-end=\"2301\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2194\" data-end=\"2232\"\u003eIs it fruit-forward or structured?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2232\" data-end=\"2235\"\u003eStructured and refined, with fruit integrated into tannin and oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2303\" data-end=\"2395\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2303\" data-end=\"2335\"\u003eDoes it benefit from ageing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2335\" data-end=\"2338\"\u003eYes. It will develop savoury complexity over 10–15 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2397\" data-end=\"2496\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2397\" data-end=\"2418\"\u003eIs oak prominent?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2418\" data-end=\"2421\"\u003ePresent but restrained — supporting texture rather than dominating flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2498\" data-end=\"2610\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2498\" data-end=\"2542\"\u003eHow does it differ from lighter Merlots?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2542\" data-end=\"2545\"\u003eLower yields, extended maturation and a clear focus on longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2612\" data-end=\"2705\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2612\" data-end=\"2646\"\u003eIs it suitable for collectors?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2646\" data-end=\"2649\"\u003eYes - especially for those who favour elegant Cape reds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lourensford","offers":[{"title":"Bottle","offer_id":52819929203015,"sku":"LOUR-TDM19Bottle","price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Case (X6 Bottles)","offer_id":52819929235783,"sku":"LOUR-TDM19Case","price":120.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0837\/9272\/4295\/files\/ProductPhotosLourensford.jpg?v=1765729935","url":"https:\/\/potum.shop\/products\/lourensford-the-dome-merlot-2019","provider":"POTUM","version":"1.0","type":"link"}