Peter Barlow 2008

Rustenberg, fact sheet (rustenberg.co.za – linket fra rustenberg.co.za, hentet 2026-10-18): 2008 Rustenberg Peter Barlow – område: Simonsberg-Stellenbosch; 100% Cabernet Sauvignon; alkohol 14.6%. 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: The Winter of 2007 was colder than usual, with more rain than in previous years: This boded well for good bud- break during the cool Spring. The rain in February and March slowed the harvest down, and this combined with strong winds made 2008 a challenging vintage in the vineyards. Cooler nights and warmer days took us into the harvest period, with a greater number of days reaching above 30°C than in the previous 4 years. Despite these challenges, even ripening and consistent grape condition for both white and red varieties were achieved in a warm vintage, resulting in ripe, expressive whites and fruit-forward, bold reds. 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 64% new, 36% 2nd fill French oak barrels Fining Agents Used Egg White (Albumen)