2014 Rust en Vrede Cabernet Sauvignon

Estate: Rust en Vrede

Region: Stellenbosch, Coastal Region, South Africa

Tasting Note:May 23, 2017

Super dark garnet red. Dark fruits on the nose with both blue and black. Some cocoa spices and sweet tobacco too. Medium velvety tannins (6.5/10) with solid acidity and medium bodied. Definitely fruiter than expected with cassis and black fruits, a touch green in the medium plus finish.

Made up of 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. Aged for 18 months in 100% French oak.

Drink Dates:

2016 till 2024.

Rating:

88 points.

Price Point:

$$ - Purchased for around $31.00.

Rust en Vrede, Cabernet Sauvignon, Red Wine, Stellenbosch, Coastal Region, South AfricaGreg Ballington2014, Rust en Vrede, Coenie Snyman, Cabernet Sauvignon, Stellenbosch, Coastal Region, South Africa, Red Wine, 88 Points, $$, May 2017Comment