{"title":"Peace and quiet","description":"\u003ch1\u003e Buy or order Rust en Vrede wine\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n \nThe Rust en Vrede estate in the illustrious Stellenbosch region has existed for over 300 years. The winery dates back to 1694. In 1978, new life was breathed into the wine estate when Jannie Engelbrecht and his family took over the estate. They wanted the very best wines in the already exceptional Stellenbosch region. And that's difficult. After all, Stellenbosch is already a premier league of South African wines. However, together with the talented winemaker Kevin Arnold, the Engelbrecht family managed to elevate the Rust en Vrede wines to the top of the podium. Wine connoisseurs, viticulturists, and sommeliers worldwide raved about the exceptionally good wines of Rust en Vrede. This was also the case with the world's most famous wine guru, Robert Parker. Without exception, the Rust en Vrede wines received at least 90 points, and often even higher! Moreover, none other than Nelson Mandela, in his final years, was incredibly impressed by the top quality that Rust en Vrede offered. It is said that the Rust en Vrede Merlot was his favourite wine.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003ch2\u003eThe special wines of Rust en Vrede\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n The influence of French viticulture is clearly noticeable in the wines of Rust en Vrede. First, consider the grapes. At the Rust en Vrede estate, they have planted three varieties: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Shiraz, all originally French grape varieties. Because Rust en Vrede has its vineyards in the most beautiful locations in Stellenbosch, and therefore produces the finest bunches of grapes, the red wines of Rust en Vrede are of high quality.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e The Rust en Vrede Estate Wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n Rust en Vrede's flagship wine is, with flying colors, Rust en Vrede Estate Wine. It's the winery's top cuvée, with which they aim to conquer the world. It's an excellent blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Shiraz, perfectly crafted. The downside is that Rust en Vrede Estate Wine is only produced in small quantities. It always sells out every year. So be quick and snag a bottle of Rust en Vrede Estate Wine now.","products":[{"product_id":"rust-en-vrede-cabernet-sauvignon","title":"Rest and Peace Cabernet Sauvignon","description":"What a fantastic winery Stellenbosch has remained for years, it's no wonder Rust en Vrede has won numerous wine awards. It is precisely Rust en Vrede that has been producing wine in beautiful South Africa for years, since 1694. Years of experience and one of Stellenbosch's oldest vineyards have made Rust en Vrede a true icon in the wine world. But that really only happened after Mr. Jean Engelbrecht took over in 1977. He recognized that quality and wanted to improve it, and he more than succeeded. The Rust en Vrede Stellenbosch winery has become an iconic winery with great depth in its wines.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The old Cabernet Sauvignon vineyard of Rust en Vrede\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nA majestic wine, this Rust en Vrede Cabernet Sauvignon. The grapes come from the beautiful Stellenbosch wine region, where the sun always shines and only 479 mm of rainfall falls annually. Therefore, it is essential that these Cabernet Sauvignon grapes come from old, deeply rooted vines. The climate in which Cabernet Sauvignon grows is perfect, with just the right amount of sun because the vineyard faces north. A light breeze and low nighttime temperatures ensure a balanced growing season. Drip irrigation gently provides the vines with moisture, essential for the Cabernet Sauvignon to mature perfectly. The soil in which this wine is grown is primarily sandstone and granite, something this red grape absolutely loves. It therefore develops like no other, and a top-notch wine can be produced.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Completely manual harvest for this red wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nWhen the Cabernet Sauvignon is perfectly ripe and mature, it is hand-harvested under the supervision of winemaker Coenie Snyman. Rust en Vrede is known for selecting only the finest bunches, and this is evident in this red wine. Harvesting begins in Stellenbosch early in the morning. Individually, they are inspected and placed in small crates to prevent damage to the bunches. Upon arrival, the Cabernet Sauvignon grapes are crushed and fermented in wooden barrels. After this period, the entire wine is aged for at least eighteen months in French oak barrels in the Rust en Vrede cellars. Twenty percent of the barrels are new, with the remainder being used, giving this red wine even more depth.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Full and very powerful this Rust en Vrede Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nThe aroma of this Rust en Vrede is overwhelming, full and ripe with hints of black fruit, plums, tobacco, oak, vanilla, and a hint of leather. The richness is partly due to the wine's long oak aging. The palate is complex, rich, and full-bodied with an incredible amount of flavor. Beautiful aromas of black fruit, such as blackberries and berries, with lovely, full flavors of numerous herbs, cigar box, and plums.","brand":"Verbunt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775906549839,"sku":"1644","price":32.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/rust-en-vrede-estate-cabernet-sauvignon_1644.webp?v=1770046163"},{"product_id":"rust-en-vrede-syrah","title":"Peace and Quiet Syrah","description":"It is undoubtedly one of South Africa's finest wineries, with so much terroir and power in all their wines. Founded in 1694, Rust en Vrede is proud to be part of a remarkable three-hundred-year-old winemaking tradition. Since 1977, the Engelbrecht family has specialized in the exclusive production of red wine, with an emphasis on Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot. Owner Jean Engelbrecht has worked hard to establish Rust en Vrede as one of South Africa's finest red wine estates, with full-bodied and complex wines that reflect the unique character of the Stellenbosch terroir.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The old Syrah vineyard of Rust en Vrede\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nThe Mediterranean climate, with only 485 ml of rainfall during the growing season, is unique. The Syrah vines are planted in north-facing vineyards. They are rooted in Tukulu soil, composed of granite and sandstone, with excellent water retention, enabling the vinification of top-quality wines. This is necessary, as the roots penetrate deeply into the soil to provide the bunches with moisture. The result is that the Syrah vines produce few bunches, but are of phenomenal quality. Once the Shiraz grapes reach full ripeness in Stellenbosch, they are harvested by hand in the early morning. Each bunch is inspected and collected individually in small crates to prevent damage.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Wood aging for the Rust en Vrede Shiraz\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nOnce the Shiraz grapes are harvested, the bunches are gently pressed. The exquisite juice undergoes its first fermentation in oak barrels. After fermentation, the entire wine is pumped into large 500-liter and 300-liter French-made barrels. Approximately twenty percent of the barrels used are new, giving this Shiraz even more depth. The entire oak aging process lasts at least eighteen months, after which winemaker Coenie Snyman also chooses to bottle age. Only when the Rust en Vrede Shiraz is at its peak are the bottles allowed to leave Stellenbosch.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Full and very powerful, this Shiraz from Stellenbosch\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nWhat a powerhouse this Stellenbosch Shiraz is! As soon as the cork is removed, we smell an unprecedentedly beautiful aroma of black fruit, abundant spices including pepper, and a touch of vanilla. It's time to pour this red wine, and we see a beautiful dark color with purple glints. The aroma truly unfolds, offering impressions of pepper, vanilla, spices, and chocolate. The elegant palate has a long, complex, and balanced finish. It is one of the finest wines of its kind.","brand":"Verbunt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775898980431,"sku":"1645","price":32.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/rust-en-vrede-estate-shiraz_1645.webp?v=1770046162"}],"url":"https:\/\/perfectewijn.be\/en\/collections\/wijnhuis-rust-en-vrede.oembed","provider":"Perfecte Wijn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}