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The nose opens with cassis, blackcurrant, and dark plum, followed by notes of cigar tobacco, sour cherry, and subtle oak spice. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied but measured, with enough freshness to keep the fruit and oak in line. The tannins give the wine shape and longevity, while the finish stays long, steady, and quietly refined rather than heavy.
Food Pairing: It would pair especially well with roast lamb, beef fillet, venison, or slow-cooked braises, where its dark fruit, savory notes, and structure can settle naturally into the dish.
Founded in 1682 the Rustenberg Estate has been in hands of the Barlow family since 1941. They farm their 110 HA of vines in this varied estate with great care and precision; a range of different slopes and aspects allow for site specific plantings, which in turn helps enhance the varietal characteristics of their range of wines.
Rustenberg John X Merriman 2024 is a classic Stellenbosch red blend built from Bordeaux varieties and shaped in a more traditional, cellar-worthy style. It is a wine that leans on structure, dark fruit, and savory detail rather than overt ripeness, reflecting both the pedigree of the estate and the strengths of Stellenbosch as a home for serious red blends. For drinkers who appreciate balance, depth, and a more composed expression of South African red wine, this is a strong example.
