Visit the Estate
The legacy of the Marais family and 400 year wine-making history continues to live on at the estate. Set amongst manicured lawns and ancient oak trees, Plaisir de Merle offers an exquisite setting for tastings, cellar tours, private functions and weddings.
Buying and Tasting
Plaisir de Merle’s wines are known for their exceptional ageing potential, depth of flavour and complex character. You can purchase your wine when visiting the estate or from leading wine retailers, our international agents and online at Vinoteque.
Facilities & Accommodation
The historic Manor House dates back to 1764 and opens up to a magnificent vista of the Simonsberg Mountains and cascading vineyards. Period furniture with modern touches and exquisite cuisine turns private functions, weddings and overnight stays into a grand affair.
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OUR WINES
PLAISIR DE MERLE RANGE
Plaisir de Merle’s classic, expressive wines are singular in their consistency. The red wines have intense colour with up-front fruit flavours, well-integrated oak and smooth tannins, whilst the white wines are well-balanced with a true varietal expression.
PLAISIR DE MERLE LIMITED EDITION RANGE
Made only in extraordinary years when the grapes yield a remarkable harvest, the limited edition range is made with greatness in mind. The wines are complex, multi-layer and destined for cellaring to enjoy in years to come.
CHARLES MARAIS
The pinnacle of blends in the estates’ 400 years of winemaking tradition. The limited edition 2013 Charles Marais is a heady blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc and Merlot and winemaker Niel Bester says it’s the finest wine released in his 25 years as cellar master.Award Winning Wines
2015 Petit Plaisir
2018 Platter’s Wine Guide
4.5 stars
2015 Cabernet Sauvignon
2017 Time Atkin South African Report 92/100
2015 Merlot
2018 Platter’s Wine Guide
4 stars
2014 Grand Brut
2017 International Wine & Spirits Competition Gold
