Rust en Vrede Estate Wine - 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004

Grape Variety: 58% Cabernet Sauvignon 33% Shiraz 9% Merlot Vintage : 2002 Appellation: Stellenbosch Winemaker : Louis Strydom Chemical Analysis: Alcohol – 14 vol% pH – 3,7 Acidity – 6,7 g/l Res. sugar – 2,5 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 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
Following berry-selection, the Cabernet Sauvignon (6 clones), Shiraz (6 clones) and Merlot (2 clones) clones are separately (micro-) vinified. After maturing in 300 L French and American oak barrels for18 months, the wines are blended and bottled. After a further 18 months of bottle maturation the Rust en Vrede wines are released.

Tasting Notes (March 2006)

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