Rust en Vrede Estate Wine - 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004
| Grape Variety: |
53% Cabernet Sauvignon
35% Shiraz
12% Merlot
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| Vintage
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2001
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| Appellation: |
Stellenbosch
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| Winemaker
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Louis Strydom
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| Chemical
Analysis: |
Alcohol – 14 vol%
pH – 3,75
Acidity – 6,3 g/l
Res. sugar – 2,3 g/l
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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 a remarkable three hundred years old wine tradition 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 R&V micro-climate. The close proximity to the Atlantic Ocean results in cool sea breezes that keep temperatures lower and extend the ripening period.
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
Following berry selection, the Cabernet Sauvignon (6 clones), Shiraz (6 clones) and Merlot (2 clones) clones are separately (micro-) vinified. After maturation in 300 L French and American oak barrels for18 months, the wines are blended and bottled. After a further 12 months of bottle maturation the Rust en Vrede wines are released.
Tasting Notes
| Colour : |
Black current. |
| Aroma
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Rich ripe aromas of blackberry, blackcurrant, cassis and mint. |
| Palate
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Packed with dark berries, ripe fruit, subtle oak, backed by silky tannins with a long finish. Decant this wine. Great ageing potential. |
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