Grape Variety: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon Vintage : 2002 Appellation: Stellenbosch Winemaker : Louis Strydom Chemical Analysis: Alcohol – 14 vol% pH – 3,73 Acidity– 6,1 g/l Res. sugar – 2,6 g/

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"We cannot build a reputation on what we are going to do. It is what we have done, and are busy doing that is important. This wine is not a promise, it is the result of what we do everyday." - J.E.

Background
Specialising in the production of red wine only, Rust en Vrede has established itself as one of South Africa’s premium red wine estates. Full-bodied and complex, Rust en Vrede wines reflect the uniqueness of the Stellenbosch terroir. Rust en Vrede is proud to be part of a remarkable three hundred year old wine tradition and continues to pursue the excellence synonymous with wines produced by Stellenbosch’s private estates.

Climate
Mediterranean –rainfall ± 650mm per annum. The vineyards are situated on north facing slopes at the end of the valley, hence the slightly warmer and moderate R&V climate. The close proximity to the Atlantic Ocean results in cool sea breezes during the summer months that reduce the temperature and also extend ripening.

Soil
The soil is a mixture of weathered granite and a small percentage of clay, Clovelly and Hutton structure. Deep and red in colour, the soil has good water retention.

Vinification/Maturing
Fermented in open top fermentation vats, pressed and left to mature in French 300L barrels for 18 months. The Cabernet clones (6) are kept separate throughout vinification, each getting a unique treatment of yeast and wood. After 18 months and four tastings, the different clones are blended, bottled and left to mature for at least 18 months before release.

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