The Tabernacle

Live Virtual Auction, 10 July 2022

Session 1

Sold for

ZAR 8 208
Lot 83
  • Rustenberg; Cabernet Sauvignon; 1972; 2 (1 x 2); 750ml


Lot Estimate
ZAR 9 000 - 12 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 8 208

About this Item

1972 Cabernet Sauvignon
2 (1 x 2) 750ml

Founded in 1682, Rustenberg Estate on the Simonsberg foothills is one of the most historic and picturesque farms in South Africa. The farm was previously split into two estates, until 1945 when industrialist Peter Barlow purchased both farms and reunited them. Rustenberg is family-owned with son of Peter Barlow, Simon, owning the estate and grandson, Murray (2 x Diners Club Young Winemaker of the Year) now cellar master.

This wine has been checked and re-corked by Amorim cork under supervision of auction curator Higgo Jacobs, assuring provenance, quality and long life. Seal code uo-710667, re-821137 can be traced on Amorim Recorking Directory

Provenance

The Distell Tabernacle - Stellenbosch

Critics Ratings

‘So much spice, fruit and structure here. Inner core of fruit and perfume.’ - Higgo Jacobs (Apr 2022)

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