Rhône Theme
Timed Online Auction, 13 - 20 February 2023
Rhône Theme
About the SessionThe first sale of the 2023 Strauss & Co Fine Wine Auction calendar is an exciting Rhône valley and Rhône-style offering.
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About this Item
Situated on the scenic slopes of the Helderberg mountain, Rust en Vrede is one of Stellenbosch’s oldest estates, dating back to 1694 and is today owned by Jean Engelbrecht. The fine Helderberg terroir produces concentrated and highly celebrated reds.
Provenance
Wine Cellar Private Client
Critics Ratings
'Return to form for 2009 & 2010, both reviewed. Violet perfume with chunky, brambly plum generosity. Alcohol of 15.2% on latter doesn’t trouble but oak needs some time to knit harmoniously.' - Platter's SA Wine Guide 2013, 4*
'A gutsy, mouthfilling style, with dark fig bread, plum jam, blackberry paste and toasted spice notes all bouncing through the juicy finish. Drink now.' - James Molesworth, Wine Spectator (Feb 2013)
'Opulent, plush, textured and mouth coating, this is a wine that has is all about head-turning first impressions. The alcohol is on the high side, but this is smartly oaked and well balanced, given its rich, almost jammy power and concentration. More of a Shiraz than a Syrah.' – Tim Atkin MW, SA Special Report 2013, 93/100
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