Meerlust Rubicon (Case of 6)

Technical Analysis

Winemaker -chris Williams

 main variety - cabernet sauvignon

 appellation – Stellenbosch

 alcohol - 14.5 %vol

ph - 3.5

 rs -2.9 g/l

ta - 6.2 g/l           

Characteristics

Type -red

Style-dry

Body- full
Taste - fruity

Accolades

Decanter World Wine Awards 2013 - Commended Medal

scored 92 by Neil Martin from The Wine Advocate (eRobertParker.com) December 2012

Tasting Notes

Very deep, youthful colour, and intense almost purple hue. Very classic Rubicon nose with violets, ripe plum, cedar wood 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.

Ageing Potential

15 - 20 years, provided wine is stored in ideal cellar conditions.

Blend Information

62% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Merlot, 12% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot

Food Suggestions

Complements: Venison, game, pot roast and noble cheeseIdeally served at 18°C - 20°C.