Rust En Vrede Merlot 2016

This wine is ruby red with a fragrance of rich plum and chocolate with hints of blueberry and spice. The exquisite, well-balanced body is layered with crisp berry flavors and rich tannins, prompting a mind-boggling wrap-up.

Estate; Rust en Vrede is the first estate to produce red wine exclusively. They are currently South Africa's premium red wine producers. Their full-bodied, new-oak aged wines are proof of the matchless quality of the Stellenbosch district when it comes to producing red wine.
Rust en Vrede is pleased to be a piece of this and keeps on pursuing the perfection that describes wines from Stellenbosch especially their private estate, which is without a doubt are the heartbeat of the Stellenbosch region.

Winemaking; This wine was aged for 14 months in French oak, it's not a surprise that the aromas incorporate cedarwood, mulberry, and tobacco. The flavors of this red wine are profound and full for a Merlot and given the age has stronger tannins. In any case, it's a lovely red wine that has a savory aftertaste.

Tasting Notes; This Merlot produced by Rust en Vrede confirms their supremacy as red wine specialists. This Merlot has aromas of ripe plums, licorice, mulberry, cured meats and thyme that follow through on the palate which shows the complexity of this wine as juicy and savory. Careful use of oak barrels alongside skin tannins add structure and spice to the wine while still supporting the fruit. This Merlot is serious yet effortless, amazing to drink now, but better if cellared for the decade.