Stellenbosch Malbec 2018

Rustenberg, fact sheet (rustenberg.co.za – linket fra rustenberg.co.za, hentet 2026-10-18): 2018 Rustenberg Stellenbosch Malbec – område: Stellenbosch; 100% Malbec; alkohol 14%; fadlagring 15 måneder, 10% nye fade. Producentens noter (engelsk): Introduction: Malbec has found a welcoming home in Stellenbosch, flourishing along with the other Bordeaux red varietals that the region is renowned for. The variety is best known in Stellenbosch for producing very expressive wines that are more approachable in their youth than Cabernet and Merlot, medium-bodied with fine tannins and a generous mid- palate. A great wine to enjoy on its own or with a wide variety of roasted meats, Italian fare or mushroom based dishes. As with all of Rustenberg’s red wines decanting before serving is recommended. Vintage: This vintage was impacted by the fourth year of the ongoing drought in the region. The 2017 Winter was cold and dry, followed by a dry Spring and Summer, with bouts of unusual weather. A number of thunder storms resulted in a late onset of additional vigour in the vineyards. Unsettled weather and wind during flowering, along with a freak hail storm and low levels of soil moisture decreased yields by 20% to 50%. The harvest began closer to its average start date and the smaller berries and bunches yielded lower juice volumes per ton. The lower yields resulted in the wines showing excellent concentration and body, producing rich, robust reds and fruit forward, expressive whites and rosé. Vineyards/winemaking: Extraction Method Crushed and de-stemmed fruit, pumped over during ferment Fermentation Vessel Stainless Steel Yeast Cultured Active Dry Wine Yeast Extended Maceration 0 to 7 days Oak Aging 100% aged for 15 months Age and Type of Oak 10% new, 90% 2nd, 3rd and 4th fill french oak barriques (225L) Fining Agents Used Egg Whites (Albumen)