Rust En Vrede Merlot 6 / Case (South Africa)
$15.76
Background established in 1694 rust en vrede is proud to be part of a remarkable three hundred year old wine tradition. Since1977 the engelbrecht family has specialized in the exclusive production of red wine with the focus on shiraz cabernet sauvignon and merlot. Proprietor jean engelbrecht has worked to establish rust en vrede as one of south africa’s premium red wine estates with full-bodied and complex wines that reflect the uniqueness of its stellenbosch terroir. Tasting notes deep ruby red. Notes of cedar spice and mulberries lead the nose to a subtle hint of fynbos laced with black cherry potpourri and tobacco. The palate is full bodied with subtly grippy tannins well-structured fruit and savoury flavors. This wine has great maturation potential. Oak: malolactic fermentation in barrel. 14months in 100% french oak with medium toast. Climate & soil mediterranean climate with precisely 469ml rainfall during vintage growing season. Rust en vrede is a warmer microcosm
Background established in 1694 rust en vrede is proud to be part of a remarkable three hundred year old wine tradition. Since1977 the engelbrecht family has specialized in the exclusive production of red wine with the focus on shiraz cabernet sauvignon and merlot. Proprietor jean engelbrecht has worked to establish rust en vrede as one of south africa’s premium red wine estates with full-bodied and complex wines that reflect the uniqueness of its stellenbosch terroir. Tasting notes deep ruby red. Notes of cedar spice and mulberries lead the nose to a subtle hint of fynbos laced with black cherry potpourri and tobacco. The palate is full bodied with subtly grippy tannins well-structured fruit and savoury flavors. This wine has great maturation potential. Oak: malolactic fermentation in barrel. 14months in 100% french oak with medium toast. Climate & soil mediterranean climate with precisely 469ml rainfall during vintage growing season. Rust en vrede is a warmer microcosm