Meerlust Rubicon 2017
'Another exquisite vintage with Grand Vin potency and an overt, unbridled determination to deliver long-term drinking pleasure.' – Greg Sherwood MW, 96+ points
In contrast to the more powerful 2015, the 2017 is more elegant and refined – starting shy but with lovely perfume and classic Meerlust freshness. Yet there is a depth and structural integrity to the 2017, which seems to point to a wine of greater pedigree; just eclipsing the 2015. It has that sense of grace and seamless integration we have come to expect of the iconic Rubicons.
MEERLUST RUBICON 2017
5 Star John Platter
68% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16 % Merlot, 12 % Cabernet Franc and 4 % Petit Verdot
R 5280 (12)
or
R 2640 (6)
Our price is R440 per bottle
Cellar Door is R460 per bottle
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The 2017 Rubicon is a classic vintage of this iconic Cape wine. Very deep, youthful colour, and intense almost purple hue. Quintessential Rubicon nose with violets, ripe plum, cedar wood, fennel and intense spiciness. A typical liquorice note also evident on the nose. Still young and intense, promising further maturation potential. The palate is full bodied, structured but packed with fresh dark fruit and rounded, linear tannins promising long beneficial maturation. A stand out vintage of Rubicon displaying all the charm of a perfect vintage from mature vines.
alc: 13.6%
Aging potential:
15 - 30 years, provided wine is stored in ideal cellar conditions.
Food pairing:
Beef, Lamb, Game and Poultry
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