Provenance

Private Client

Critics Ratings

‘This spicy red from Ruse en Vrede offers a nose of mocha and red berry, and flavors of cherry, pepper and tobacco. Tannic and big, the wine will benefit from aging or pair well with equally hearty dishes like grilled ribs, steak or venison.’ – Susan Kostrzewa, Wine Enthusiast (Nov 2008)

‘Dark and winy, with a nice tongue-grabbing juicy feel that carries the black currant, Mission fig, aged tobacco and licorice notes through the driven, briary finish. A strong showing. Drink now through 2012.’ – James Molesworth, Wine Spectator, 91/100 (May 2008)

‘03 excellent red vintage shows in savoury vinosity, creaminess, balanced freshness & grip; but probably not for long-term cellaring. 04 riper, more primary, lighter, will benefit from few more yrs rounding. Appropriately oaked; 60% new, 18 mths.’ - Platter's SA Wine Guide 2008, 4*