Meerlust Estate, having first planted Merlot in the early 1970's, produced the first Meerlust Estate Merlot in 1984. Packaged under a unique gold label, it has been affectionately referred to by lovers of this wine as the 'Meerlust Gold'.
On Friday, 7 August 2026, Meerlust will host a Celebration of Merlot Dinner, showcasing three decades of Meerlust Estate Merlot, paired with a 5-course dinner created by Chef Drikus Brink from Toevlug Restaurant.
Only 30 tickets available online at R1 595 per person for Meerlust Wine Club members.
Click HERE to book your spot!