Meerlust Rubicon 2018 (750ml)
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Description
Meerlust Estate's Rubicon from Stellenbosch is a Bordeaux blend built primarily on Cabernet Sauvignon, with Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot in supporting roles. The 2018 vintage shows the wine at a compelling moment in its development, with structure and complexity that will reward patience.
The nose opens with striking range, moving between earthy, savory undertones and bright, fruity expression. On the palate, dark fruit takes the lead while a lifted acidity keeps the wine moving forward. The tannins grip firmly now, with a texture that speaks to the wine's age potential. The finish is refined and layered, unfolding across the glass with a sense of purpose. This is a wine built for the cellar; expect it to develop gracefully over the next decade as those tannins integrate and secondary flavors emerge.
Expert Reviews
Composed of mostly Cabernet Sauvignon with 19% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc and 4% Petit Verdot, the 2018 Rubicon offers a broad-shouldered expression with an Old World essence. The nose explodes with a wide variety of aromas, expressing a subtle Old World funk with an equally pleasing amount of New World vibrancy and freshness. Medium to full-bodied, the palate offers dark fruit flavors with a fine beam of acidity while expressing a firm tannic edge that will loosen in time. The wine glides to a refined and complex finish that will continue to evolve gracefully for a decade. Unfortunately, there will not be a 2019 Rubicon.