Stellenrust Timeless 2021
Blend : Red
Description
Stellenrust Wine Estate, situated in the heart of Stellenbosch, is one of South Africa’s largest family-owned wineries and a long-standing name in the region’s wine history. The estate farms vineyards across several key Stellenbosch sub-areas including Helderberg, Bottelary Hills and Devon Valley, each contributing distinctive character to the wines.
Under the guidance of winemaker Herman du Preez and the Rust family, Stellenrust has developed a philosophy centred on careful vineyard selection and thoughtful maturation. The Stellenrust Timeless 2021 reflects this approach, drawing fruit from multiple sites to build complexity in a classic Bordeaux-style blend.
The grapes are harvested at optimal ripeness and fermented on the skins for extended extraction. The individual components mature separately in oak barrels for around 18 months, before blending and further barrel ageing to allow the wine to integrate and develop depth. The name “Timeless” speaks to the role patience and maturation play in shaping structured red wines.
Colour:
Deep ruby with garnet edges, showing concentration in the glass.
Nose:
Lifted aromas of cassis, dark berries and blackcurrant lead the bouquet, followed by notes of mint, dark chocolate and subtle oak spice.
Palate:
Full-bodied and structured, with flavours of black cherry, cassis and plum supported by firm but polished tannins. Hints of mint chocolate and cedar add complexity, while the blend’s Cabernet backbone gives the wine depth and definition.
Finish:
Long and layered with lingering dark fruit, savoury spice and balanced tannins that sit through the mid-palate.
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Stellenrust Timeless 2021
- Food Pairing : The structure and dark fruit profile of Stellenrust Timeless 2021 make it a natural partner for richer, savoury dishes. It pairs beautifully with grilled lamb cutlets or a slow-roasted rack of lamb, where the wine’s firm tannins complement the meat’s richness. A classic beef fillet or ribeye steak works equally well, allowing the cassis and oak notes to echo the char from the grill. For something comforting, try it with a slow-cooked oxtail or mushroom and lentil stew - the wine’s depth and structure stand up well to hearty flavours while its freshness keeps the pairing balanced.
- Drink before: Cellaring potential: 8–12 years.
- Vintage: 2021
- Manufacturer: Stellenrust
- Region: Stellenbosch
- Star Rating: Wine-of-the-Month Club’s Panel Rating: 4 Stars
- Medals Won: Double Gold: Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits Awards 2024. Silver: The Global Masters - The Bordeaux Masters 2025. Bronze: The Trophy Wine Show 2024.
- Sugar Content: 3.5g/L
- Alcohol Content: 14.5%
Stock and Delivery:
In Stock: Standard delivery within 5 days
Stock at supplier: Delivery within 10 - 15 days
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