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Running Duck Merlot

Product No:1102017
Producer:Stellar Organics
Name:Running Duck Merlot
Vintage:2023
Varietal:Merlot
Country:South Africa
Region:Western Cape
ABV:13.00%
Wine Style:Still
Ethically produced:Fair for life
Organic:Organic
Vegetarian:Yes
Vegan:Yes
Producer Summary:Stellar is one of South Africa's largest organic wine producers and is the leading ethical wine brand in the UK. Founded by the Rossouw brothers in 2000, Stellar is a passionate and innovative winery, continually pushing the boundaries of winemaking whilst keeping ethical, social and environmental principles at the heart of everything they do. Stellar are the world's top producers of no added sulphur wines, the purest expression of organic winemaking. The vineyards are patrolled as organically as possible assisted by Indian Runner ducks, which act as natural pest removers. Stellar is Fair For Life certified and the Stellar Foundation is committed to improving the life of its vibrant worker community.
Short Tasting Note:Appetizing aromas of blackcurrant and black pepper with subtle plum and black cherry flavours.
Long Tasting Note:Brigtht yet earthy aromas of blackcurrant leaf and black pepper with subtle plum and black cherry flavours. Smooth mouthfeel with a long, warming finish.
Press Recommendations:"A wine that does what it says on the tin… or the label in this case. Organic with a Fair Trade certification and no added sulphites, this is a vegan-friendly merlot from the Western Cape that’s chock full of plum, cherry and red berry flavours with notes of spice and pepper. One to enjoy with a veggie pasta dish." - John Clarke, The Independent, 24 January 2019

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