RustenbergMerlot 2022

Product code: 19966
£13.85 inc VAT
Delivering from: 02/01/2025
South Africa
Red Wine from
Stellenbosch, South Africa
Country
Country: South Africa
Region
Region: Stellenbosch
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: Rustenberg
Alcohol
Alcohol: 14%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: Murray Barlow
Grape
Grape: Merlot
Grape: 100% Merlot
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Country
Country: South Africa
Region
Region: Stellenbosch
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: Rustenberg
Alcohol
Alcohol: 14%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: Murray Barlow
Grape
Grape: Merlot
Grape: 100% Merlot

Product Notes

Rustenberg Merlot is renowned for its sheer elegance and complexity. It originates from the prominent wine estate of Rustenberg in South Africa, possessing rich historical roots dating back to 1682. This high-quality red wine exudes fruit-filled flavours with hints of plum, cherry and elegant notes of chocolate and cedar. Its velvety texture and well-rounded tannins create a pleasing, full-bodied experience. The wine is matured in fine French oak barrels, which amplifies its complexity and depth. This Merlot promises an extraordinary sensory experience, complemented by its enticing bouquet and a lingering finish. Ideal to savour now or with cellaring.

Tasting Notes

Rich aromas of blackberries, cassis, eucalyptus and dark chocolate follow through to a smooth palate that is both balanced and well-rounded with fine grained tannins.

About the Winery

Rustenberg

Nestled amidst the towering mountains in Stellenbosch, South Africa, Rustenberg winery is steeped in history, charm, and pure rustic elegance. Covering approximately 880 hectares, it transports its visitors into a bygone era, creating a sense of enduring tranquillity and serenity.

Established in 1682, Rustenberg winery effortlessly blends 330 years of wine-making heritage with modern innovation. The estate has been handed down through five generations of a single family, who still operate the winery, ensuring that Rustenberg continues to uphold the values and traditions that have become its bedrock.

Rustenberg's portfolio comprises a diverse selection of world-class wines, each embodying the unique character and essence of their terroirs. Excelling particularly in the Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz variants, the winery continues to garner international recognition, their wines consistently receiving prestigious awards and highly rated scores.

Central to Rustenberg winery's success is their commitment to sustainable farming. The owners have set aside 90% of the farm as a conservation area, to protect the stunning biodiversity existing in the Simonsberg Mountain region. A variety of flora and fauna can be seen throughout the estate, providing a delightful experience for eco-tourism enthusiasts.

In addition to their impeccable wine production, Rustenberg winery offers an inviting visitor experience. Wine lovers can embark on a journey, exploring everything from the vineyards to the historic manor house followed by, wine tasting sessions in a picturesque setting.

Rustenberg's warm hospitality, underpinned by their passion in producing quality wines, is hard to overlook and makes it a worthy inclusion in any South African wine tour,

As Rustenberg winery continues to evolve, it remains a testament to timeless quality that transcends generations. With its awe-inspiring natural scenery, historic significance and prized wines, it indeed offers a complete sensory experience. Rustenberg winery is not just a journey into a bottle of wine, but also a journey through South Africa's rich viticultural history.

http://www.rustenberg.co.za

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