Rust en Vrede Estate 2022

In 1977, legendary rugby figure Jannie Engelbrecht and his wife Ellen took over the historic Rust en Vrede farm, which boasts a history dating back to 1694. The family immediately began an extensive restoration of the estate and its Cape Dutch buildings from 1780, which are now designated National Monuments. Jannie produced the first vintage of the modern era in 1978, establishing the winery's exclusive focus on premium red wines.In 1988, his son Jean Engelbrecht took the helm, solidifying the winery's position on the international stage. Rust en Vrede became the first South African producer to create a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, and Merlot. These wines gained global recognition when President Nelson Mandela selected them to be served at the Nobel Peace Prizebanquet in Oslo in 1993. A new era began in 2021 when Danielle le Roux was appointed head winemaker, succeeding the long-serving Coenie Snyman. Danielle, a qualified Cape Wine Master, works closely with viticulturist Dirk Mouton to maintain the estate's legacy. Under her leadership, the winery continues to excel; its flagship wine has appeared five times in Wine Spectator’s prestigious Top 100 Wines of the World list, consistently earning scores of 90 points and above.