RUSTENBERG
2010 Buzzard Kloof Syrah
| Grapes | Shiraz |
| Colour | Red |
| Origin | South Africa |
| ABV | 13.5% |
As I approached the vineyard in Murray Barlow's 4x4 I was very pleased to see a Buzzard hovering overhead - the name really does describe the place. This is the coolest part of the Rustenberg vineyards, high up the hill, just before the steep cliff of the Simonsberg that towers over Stellenbosch. The results are great - the grapes which are all French Syrah clones - have a long slow ripening that gives a lovely depth and complexity to the perfectly ripened fruit. There is lovely wood-spice too and a perfect bit of grip, surprisingly Rhone-like but with lovely South African suppleness. L&S (Jan 2015)
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Rustenberg
Vineyards producing the grapes for Rustenberg's wines climb the rich red slopes of the Simonsberg and Helderberg. The style of wine determines the vineyard to be used: Rustenberg has a history of success with reds.
The viticulturist, Nico Walters, and his dedicated team have been working hard to rejuvenate their vineyards by planting virus-free vines imported from France. A small-scale nursery has been started for propagation, providing available rootstock for upgrading, replanting and experimentation. Controlled irrigation is used when necessary to alleviate stressed vines and maximise the quality of the grapes. All grapes are hand-harvested in the early mornings and all vineyard blocks vinified separately, then blended for added complexity.
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