Strauss & co - 8 June 2019 (Wine)

129 Rustenberg Peter Barlow 2009 750ml 6 (1 x 6) R8 000 – 10 000 PROVENANCE Producer ITEM NOTES On the slopes of the Simonsberg Mountain since 1682, lies the iconic Rustenberg Estate. In 1945 the farm was purchased by industrialist Peter Barlow and, today, is owned by his son Simon and grandson Murray. This site-specific Cabernet Sauvignon comes from the oldest vineyard on the estate, high up on the Simonsberg. It is truly one of South Africa’s best Cabernet Sauvignons and has the track record to age for decades. The 2009 was been hailed as the best of the decade and is powerfully built. It has picked up multiple 90+ ratings and awards, including International Judges’Trophy and Gold Medal at the Old Mutual Wine Show. It was also the top-rated red wine in this year’s 10-year-old Winemag. co.za report.