Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Residual Sugar 1.7 g/L
pH 3.43
Total Acidity 5 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Grenache
Grenache100%
Region Stellenbosch
Soil Rocky koffie klip, Decomposed granite, Clay
Fermentation Vessels Oak Fermenter
Natural Yeast Yes
Carbonic Maceration Yes
Oak Aging 11 months
Oak Types French
Used Oak Only Yes
Production Details The grapes were all hand-picked at dawn to capture freshness and acidity while retaining elegance in the flavour expression. The bunches were hand-sorted and a combination of whole berry carbonic maceration and partial crushing took place in a 7000L oak fermenter, on the skins, using wild yeast only. This technique lifts the fruit and creates intensity, as well as freshness and liveliness. Very light extraction was employed, with the focus on promoting a lithe, supple texture. This complements the expressive fruit profile, and in doing so retains depth and persistence. The berries were basket-pressed to ensure only the purest liquid was extracted. The wine was then matured for 11 months in older (3 to 4-year-old) French oak barrels.
Tasting Notes
Nose: ripe strawberry, cherry, wild herbs, white pepper
Palate: juicy, expressive, vibrant red fruit, silky tannins, long elegant finish
Individual Vintages
Producer Information
Website
Address
Rust en Vrede Farm, opposite Eikendal, R44, Stellenbosch, W Cape, 7600, South Africa
Phone
+27 21 855 5528
Email
Owner
Ben Radford and Alex Dale (Founders)