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Meerlust Rubicon 2018

Meerlust Rubicon 2018

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The Rubicon 2018 is a classic representation of the vintage. Refined, with a more approachable tannin structure, it offers earlier drinking than the powerful 2017, yet – like all Rubicons – it will age gracefully for decades to come. This iconic wine is 67% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc and 4% Petit Verdot rounding out the blend. 

The 2018 harvest season was challenging, due to a prolonged drought which some believe to be the worst in 100 years showing its impact. The winter months only cooled off later with higher-than-normal temperatures and the farm only receiving 80% of the expected winter rainfall. The dry weather throughout the season did have its advantages as vines were healthy, with little or no pests and diseases being recorded. The limited water availability also resulted in a smaller crop due to lighter bunches and very small berries. This coupled with the night temperatures that were cooler than usual during the ripening period, resulted in excellent colour and flavour development.
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About the wine

Producer:

Meerlust Wine Estate

Winemaker:

Chris Williams

Grapes:

Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot.

Closure:

Cork

Country:

South Africa

Units:

750ml

Type:

Still red wine

Region:

Stellenbosch

Style:

Bordeaux Style blend.

Vintage:

2018

Colour:

Deep dark, almost purple red

Alcohol:

14%

Body:

Full bodied

Oak:

Yes French

Blend:

Bordeaux style blend, 67% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc, 4% Petit Verdot

Tasting Notes:

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, the palate is full bodied, structured but packed with fresh dark fruit and rounded tannins.

Bouquet:

Quintessential Rubicon nose with violets, ripe plum, cedar wood, fennel, and intense spiciness. A typical liquorice note also evident on the nose.

Maturation:

Every parcel of each variety was fermented separately before undergoing malolactic fermentation in 300 L barrels and large Foudré. After 8 months in barrel, the components were blended and given another 10 months in barrel for harmonization before bottling

Ageing Potential:

10 - 20 years