Deep crimson with well-defined red and black cherry prominent on the nose. Dark chocolate, cedar, and pencil shavings bring complexity and typicity to this Helderberg Cabernet. The palate is structured with fresh acidity and bold tannins that will balance each other well over time. Cherry notes carry through on the palate, growing in intensity and complexity with layered cassis, blackberry, liquorice, and a pinch of black pepper.
Made only from Estate-grown grapes that are picked and sorted by hand. Each harvest parcel and individual clones are vinified separately. Harvested grapes are destemmed, crushed, and pumped into open top fermentation tanks where they undergo a 21-day maceration period involving a 7-day fermentation with pump-overs and manual punch-downs 2-4 times daily. Barrel maturation in100% French oak barrels (20% new, 20% 2nd fill, 20% 3rd fill, 40% 4th fill), in 300l barrels for 18 months.
Winemaker: Coenie Snyman
Winemaker: Coenie Snyman
Rust en Vrede Estate is located just outside Stellenbosch, nestled on the lower slopes of the impressive Helderberg Mountain, a warmer microcosm, which is why they specialize in reds, particularly Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon. These cultivars lend themselves to full bodied wines with powerful structure.
