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36 votes, average: 7.50 out of 1036 votes, average: 7.50 out of 1036 votes, average: 7.50 out of 1036 votes, average: 7.50 out of 1036 votes, average: 7.50 out of 1036 votes, average: 7.50 out of 1036 votes, average: 7.50 out of 1036 votes, average: 7.50 out of 1036 votes, average: 7.50 out of 1036 votes, average: 7.50 out of 10

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Reviewed by Paddii Mbudzi - 30 January 2013 at 20:53
Casual Winefly - 6 farms visited and 7 reviewed.

We were lucky enough to have a tasting experience with the winemaker himself and this have to have been the best visit to a wine farm I have ever had. The passion that he has for his wine allied to his knowledge and the brilliant wines made for an very enjoyable and memorable trip. All of the wine was of a high standard, the best being the Cabernet Franc and, surprisingly, the Malbec.

 
 
Reviewed by Juan Locke - 9 February 2012 at 13:45
Casual Winefly - 12 farms visited and 13 reviewed.

“Plaisir de Merle a.k.a. Pleasure of the Black Bird” brings to mind the feel of being invited to a very important meeting with the President or Royal family…

That being said, you are welcomed and made to feel right at home from the moment you arrive. Apart from the wines, which is a force to be reckoned with on its own, you have the helpful assistance of Jackie van Rensburg.

Jackie has been on the Estate for 32 years, actually living on the Estate with her family. The farm was signed over in 1694 from Simon van der Stel himself and one feels the history when visiting. Jackie is an absolute asset to this experience and her knowledge of the wines as well as the wine making procedures will keep you hooked, with interesting facts of the usage of egg whites to bring the reds to the quality we receive in the bottle.

The flagship of Distell allows a traditional experience with the Cape Dutch styled architecture to back it up. If you want to feel a little more important and drink Great wine then pop on by, 6 wines for R20 as well as wine pairing packages, you cant go wrong!!!…. ;p

 
 
Reviewed by Jan Langenhoven - 9 January 2011 at 20:14
Super Winefly - 245 farms visited and 190 reviewed.

Ver well educated tasting assistant , had a wonderful tasting in 40 degree celcius. Realy knew her product and well made wines.

 
 
Reviewed by Diana Procter - 9 January 2011 at 19:23
Super Winefly - 257 farms visited and 165 reviewed.

Lovely tasting which included the top of the range wines.

 
 
Reviewed by Kyle Smith - 15 December 2010 at 17:41
Casual Winefly - 18 farms visited and 15 reviewed.

Stunning farm with a very picturesque setting! We were greeted immediately by Emarencia who is extremely pleasant and vibrant, she knows a lot about the wines and the history of the farm itself. A choice of wine tastings is given which is a nice option, the options included the standard wine tasting comprising of 6 wines for R30. A food tasting where a little bit of food is served with 4 different wines to explain how the food influences the taste, the chocolate tasting where you enjoy chocolates with a selection of their wines and lastly the export wine tasting. Wines are of a stunning quality albeit it slightly pricey but in my opinion worth it. Chardonnay is exceptional and Merlot is one of the best I have had with a velvety finish. I would highly recommend this farm and the tastings.

 
 
Reviewed by Lieze Norval - 4 November 2010 at 16:48
Casual Winefly - 14 farms visited and 15 reviewed.

We ended or day of winetasting here, and were treating like royalty!The wine were fantastic, and we had a relaxed tasting on lawn, hosted by Emmeratia, who was very friendly and well informed about Plaisir de Merle. Definately worth a visit!

 
 
Reviewed by Madame de Wyn - 1 September 2010 at 22:54
Secret Winefly - 361 farms visited and 456 reviewed.

We were welcomed by a very friendly lady called Jackie at the entrance. The tasting room was stylishly decorated with some antique and some modern pieces which gave the big room a classical yet funky feel. A bit of music would have added to the vibe though.

Jackie explained the tasting options and we could choice between a normal tasting or the flavour sensation tasting for R50. They also have a chocolate and wine tasting, but Jackie informed us that “someone” ate all the chocolates that’s suppose to pair with one of the wines. We opted for the flavour sensation and thoroughly enjoyed the tasting.

The wines were presented in beautiful long stem glasses and I enjoyed the Chardonnay and the Sauvignon Blanc at R85 each. The Merlot was not bad either and the Shiraz was great, but I felt that it was slightly overpriced at R220 for what you get. I would have been sold at R150.

It was a pleasant experience and everyone in our group enjoyed it.

 
 
Reviewed by Maggie Mostert - 29 August 2010 at 19:52
Firefly - 222 farms visited and 197 reviewed.

Unique tasting experience – flavour sensation tasting: combining the wine with small portions of food. Jackie very friendly and knows her farm very well. Intimate surrounds for a Distell farm. Wines ok, but a tad over priced.

 
 
Reviewed by Hennie Coetzee - 29 August 2010 at 17:52
Super Winefly - 249 farms visited and 185 reviewed.

Revisited on 28.08.2010 and have to retract my previous comment. Jackie treated us very well, until she got distracted by more clients. Wines are good, but don’t offer as much as they cost. Had a taste sensation tasting which matched food flavours with each wine tasted. Amusing.

 
 
Reviewed by Jacques Weidemann - 25 July 2010 at 11:05
Firefly - 196 farms visited and 146 reviewed.

People should look pas the fact that this place is owned by a huge corporate (Distell) and appreciate the great wines they make. Consistent quality, the cab is the stand-out wine.

 
 
Reviewed by Hennie Coetzee - 19 March 2010 at 22:29
Super Winefly - 249 farms visited and 185 reviewed.

Ok wine, typical Distell hospitality (ie – none)

 
 
Reviewed by Mark Pryce - 8 February 2010 at 10:18
Discoverer Winefly - 71 farms visited and 68 reviewed.

This is an excellent farm with the quality of the wines coming through with all of their wines. The farm is a small boutique farm which is not swamped by tourists. The hostess was well informed and friendly. I thought that the prices were reasonable given the excellent quality of the wines

 
 
Reviewed by Guy Munton - 11 August 2009 at 11:21
Casual Winefly - 14 farms visited and 5 reviewed.

The Chardonnay is memorable

 
 
Reviewed by Devin Lester - 20 May 2009 at 13:13
Casual Winefly - 21 farms visited and 11 reviewed.

Their sauvignon blanc is well worth trying!

 
 
Reviewed by Andrew Chigorimbo - 17 May 2009 at 16:06
Secret Winefly - 380 farms visited and 305 reviewed.

wow great wines across the range pricey but worth while

 
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