Rust en Vrede Merlot - 2001,
2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 , 2006
| Grape Variety: |
Merlot 100%
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| Vintage
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2002
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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%
Acidity : 6.5 g/l
PH : 3.65
Res Sugar: 2.7 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 February2002. WE 372 yeast was used
and fermentation temperature was about 28°C. Fermentation on
the skins took place over a period of 14 days. Malolactic fermentation
followed in stainless steel tanks and was completed in the barrels.
The wine was left to mature for 16 months in new French oak barriques.
Tasting Notes
| Colour : |
Concentrated ruby.
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| Aroma
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Upfront and balanced
blend of ripe fruit flavours with subtle oak.
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| Palate
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Rich,
concentrated currant, raspberry, prune with a good chunk of
fruitcake adding further personality to this wine. Crisp,
ripe tannins firms up on a long finish with vanilla and herbaceous
notes lingering. A very juicy and complex Merlot accessible
now with great potential to mature. Enjoy now through to 2010.
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This Wine
Walt Disney once said that we have to think beyond our own lifetime
if we want to accomplish something truly worthwhile. With that in
mind, we created this wine for your enjoyment.
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