Peter Barlow 2004

Rustenberg, fact sheet (rustenberg.co.za – linket fra rustenberg.co.za, hentet 2026-10-18): 2004 Rustenberg Peter Barlow – område: Simonsberg-Stellenbosch; 100% Cabernet Sauvignon; alkohol 14.7%. Wine of Origin ifølge arket: Simonsberg, Stellenbosch. Enkeltmark ifølge arket: Peter Barlow. Producentens noter (engelsk): Introduction: The name of this wine pays tribute to the man who recognized the potential of Rustenberg, and bought the farm in 1941, reuniting the property, restoring its buildings and investing in its potential to make world class wines. The oldest Cabernet Sauvignon vineyard on the estate is named the Peter Barlow block and consistently produces powerful, long-lived Cabernet Sauvignon that is given the best possible treatment in the cellar. Peter's family now continues his legacy. We recommend decanting this wine before serving. Vintage: A dry Winter in 2003 meant the vines struggled in early spring and were relieved with rain in late Spring. While the rest of the season was fairly cool and balanced, the dry Winter set the vines and the flowering back, and coupled with an early on-set of Winter, made this a difficult vintage. A generous irrigation regime in Spring and very selective green harvesting of a big initial crop meant that we produced a small but very good quality crop of fruit in 2004. The wines of 2004 are medium-bodied, elegant and understated. Vineyards/winemaking: Extraction Method Crushed and De-stemmed Fruit, Pumped Over During Ferment Fermentation Vessel Stainless Steel Tanks Yeast Cultured Active Dry Wine Yeast Extended Maceration Up to 2 Weeks Oak Aging 24 Months Age and Type of Oak 80% new and 20% 2nd fill French oak barrels Fining Agents Used Egg White (Albumen)