Muratie Wine Estate
Muratie Wine Estate lies at the foot of the Simonsberg with a view of Table Mountain and to complete the picture is guarded by ancient oak trees. The old fermentation tanks in the cellar with their tartaric encrusted walls, old carpets, wooden furniture and original art is where you will enjoy the authentic farm food which they serve, good wine and great company. For a special experience you can stay over in the studio of the famous SA artist GP Canitz.
The late Ronnie Melck described Muratie’s wines as “humble, honest and full of integrity, with quality being the only answer”. Ronnie Rijk Melck became the 21st owner of Muratie and fulfilled his lifelong dream. Apparently he possessed a legendary palate and with his warm personality and a flare for winemaking, was responsible for the redevelopment of Muratie Wine Estate. Some of their wines:
- Muratie Ronnie Melck Shiraz 2007 ? has typical black pepper flavours, a lot of savoury tones, with hints of leather and cigar boxes, as well as some floral notes. nose
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Laurens Campher 2010 - a blend of 39% Chenin Blanc, 32% Sauvignon Blanc, 24% Verdehlo and 5% Chardonnay.
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Muratie Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 - plum and light oak flavours and integration of black berries and French oak.
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Muratie George Paul Canitz Pinot Noir 2009 - ripe and luscious smell, cherry flavoured with the ripeness and leathery notes
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Muratie Isabella Chardonnay 2010 - smokey oak at first but then the lemon and lime really come through.
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Muratie Merlot 2007 - ripe fruity flavours with spiciness, hints of cinnamon, beetroot and red fruits
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Muratie Shiraz 2007 - open fruity flavours with some floral notes in the back with green peppercorns and venison
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Muratie 1763 Methode Cap Classique 2008 - The wine shows crisp apples followed by biscuit flavours.
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Muratie Amber Forever 2009 - ripe dried fruit upfront and a raisin hint in the back. Muratie Melcks Red 2010 - fruity nose and a hint of spiceyness.
