2017 | Laibach | Claypot Merlot

An iconic Merlot, first produced in 2005 for their international renowned Hakkasan restaurant in London. The name, `Claypot`, comes from the unique soils in which the vines are grown, allowing Laibach to farm very naturally and without the use of irrigation. Deep dark colour. Hints of toast, dark chocolate and peppermint on the nose. Full bodied with oodles of crushed red fruits on the palate. Medium to full bodied with good expensive oak and lush velvety tannins. The wine shows the typical Laibach terroir with a chunky lingering aftertaste with great complexity and age worthiness.

Producer Information

From Heidelberg, Germany, Dr Petra Laibach- Kűhner visited South Africa for the first time with her husband, Dr Rudolf Kűhner, in 1994. She immediately fell in love with the country and acquired what is Laibach Vineyards on behalf of her father, Friedrich Laibach. A new winery was built, and a major re-planting of vineyards undertaken to establish Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinotage, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Malbec and Chardonnay. Today, a substantial portion of grapes are grown organically and produce a diverse range that includes red and white wines, a sparkling wine and the Ladybird husk spirit.

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