Franschhoek · Merlot
1685 Merlot
BoschendalBest price today · Takealot
R179
750ml · 0% ABV
90-day price historyR155 – R210
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TakealotBest price
R179
Norman Goodfellows
R185
Tasting notes
Soft and fruity Merlot with plum, cherry and gentle oak character.
AI Sommelier
"Light on its feet. Reach for it when you don't want to think too hard."
Structured tasting
The wine on five axes
Acidity
5/10
Tannin
4/10
Sweetness
2/10
Body
3/5
Oak
Light
Finish
Medium
Cellar
2–5 yr
Fruit
Red berry, Dark fruit, Stone fruit
Food pairings
Lamb chopsBeef burgerMushroom risottoMild cheese board
Occasion
BraaiEveryday