Name
Chardonnay
Order #
917675
Producer
Rustenberg
Vintage
2010
Price
$0.00
About
Rustenberg is one of South Africa’s oldest estates with a history dating back to 1682, and by 1781 it was producing 3,000 cases of wine. The estate was divided and fell into decline towards the late 19th century but it was brought back to life by John X. Merriman. In 1941 it was acquired by Peter and Pamela Barlow and their son Simon has run Rustenberg since 1987. They offer a strong, consistent portfolio of red and white wines based on classic varieties. Their flagship wines have gained international recognition and are built to last, so do not be afraid to cellar them for several years or more.
Review
2010: 88 Points, “Raised in 40% new 300-liter Burgundy barrels for 12 months, the 2010 Stellenbosch Chardonnay has a ripe, tropical fruit-tinged bouquet with hints of mango and fresh apricot intermingling with vanilla pod. The palate is medium-bodied with a rounded, vanilla-tinged entry and constitutes a commercially minded Chardonnay that ticks all the right boxes: low acidity, soft mouthfeel and a seductive smear of creamy new oak. In other words, a crowd-pleasing wine. Drink now-2015. $16-20” Wine Advocate, Aug ’11
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