Rust en Vrede Merlot - 2001,
2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 , 2006
| Grape Variety: |
Merlot 100%
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| Vintage
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2000
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| Appellation: |
Stellenbosch
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| Winemaker
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Louis Strydom
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| Chemical
Analysis: |
Alcohol : 13.63
vol%
Acidity : 6,6 g/l
PH : 3,45
Res Sugar: 1,9 g/l |
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"No poem was ever written by a drinker of water. (Horace
65-8B.C.). More than 2000 years later this statement remains unchallenged."
- J.E.
Background
First to specialise in the exclusive production of red wine only,
Rust en Vrede is now South Africa’s Premium red wine estate.
Our full bodied, new-oak matured wines are a manifestation of the
supremacy of the Stellenbosch region when it comes to the making
of truly great red wines.
Rust en Vrede is proud to be part of this and continues to pursue
the excellence that has characterized wines from Stellenbosch and
specifically our private estates, which undoubtedly are the heartbeat
of this magnificent region.
Climate
Mediterranean –rainfall ± 650mm per annum. Vineyards
situated on north facing slopes and at the end of the valley - hence
slightly warmer conditions.
Soil
Deep red soils. A mixture of weathered granite and a small percentage
of clay - Clovelly and Hutton structure.
Vinification/Maturing
The grapes were harvested in February2001. WE 372 yeast was used
and fermentation temperature was about 28°C. Fermentation on
the skins took place over a period of 10 days. Malolactic fermentation
followed in stainless steel tanks and was completed in the barrels.
The wine was left to mature for 15 months in new French oak barriques.
Tasting Notes
| Colour : |
Ruby red. |
| Aroma
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Pleasant aroma of violets
and jasmine with a pervading herbal undertone. |
| Palate
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Succulent cherry and
raspberry flavours with a touch of peppermint and honey. Well
structured with a firm tannin finish. |
This Wine
There is no failure save in giving up. This inspires us in our quest
to produce a merlot of the highest quality.
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