Colours Merlot
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Typically best enjoyed within 1 to 3 years from the vintage release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Roasted chicken, tomato-based pasta dishes, and grilled pork chops.
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Spier's Colours Merlot is an approachable red wine sourced from vineyards across the Western Cape of South Africa. The region's Mediterranean climate and varied soils, including decomposed granite and shale, contribute to the grape's development. Typically produced as a varietal Merlot, the winemaking process emphasizes fresh fruit preservation. Fermentation occurs in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, often followed by short-term aging with oak components to add roundness and subtle spice while maintaining a soft, medium-bodied profile.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Established in 1692, Spier is one of South Africa's oldest and most historic wine farms, located along the Eerste River in the heart of the Stellenbosch region. Under the stewardship of the Enthoven family since 1993, the estate marries its rich heritage with a progressive commitment to regenerative farming, biodiversity, and organic practices. Spier is celebrated for its diverse portfolio of expressive wines, most notably its acclaimed '21 Gables' range, which pays homage to the farm's historic Cape Dutch architectural heritage through exceptional single-varietal Chenin Blanc, Pinotage, and Cabernet Sauvignon. With a winemaking philosophy centered on minimal intervention, Spier consistently crafts elegant, terroir-driven wines that capture the unique maritime-influenced climate of the Coastal Region.