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Rubicon 2022

Name: Rubicon 2022
Brand: Meerlust
Price: 38.45 EUR
Availability: InStock

One of South Africa’s most iconic Bordeaux blends, from historic Meerlust in Stellenbosch. The 2022 Rubicon is classic, structured and beautifully balanced.

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About this wine

Rubicon 2022 blends Cabernet Sauvignon (44%), Merlot (40%), Cabernet Franc (12%) and Petit Verdot (4%) from various Stellenbosch vineyards on granitic and gravelly soils. It offers a deep ruby colour and complex aromas of violets, black plum, blackberry, cassis, cedar, herbs and potpourri. The palate is full-bodied with fresh dark fruit, rounded tannins and seamlessly integrated oak after about 18 months in French barrels, a large proportion new. With 10–20 years of ageing potential, Rubicon remains a benchmark for Cape Bordeaux blends.

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92/100

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92/100

Tasting Note

Meerlust’s own notes describe 2022 as youthful, with a complex perfume of dark fruit and cedar, a full-bodied palate packed with fresh dark fruit, rounded tannins and excellent balance; Platter’s Guide awards 93 points.

In the glass

Deep, dark ruby.

In the nose

Violets, black plum, blackberry and cassis with cedar, tobacco, dried herbs and spice.

On the palate

Full-bodied, concentrated and elegant, with layered dark fruit, firm but polished tannins and a long, cedary, savoury finish.

Meerlust

Meerlust is a historic Stellenbosch estate with a long tradition of producing elegant, age-worthy wines. Best known for Rubicon, the flagship Bordeaux blend, the estate emphasises restraint, balance and European sensibility over ripeness. The wines show complexity, freshness and a timeless, classical character.

Character of the wine

Grape Varieties

Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot

Vinification

Fermentation in tank, then 18 months’ maturation in French oak barriques (high proportion new) before final blend and bottling.

Classification

Wine of Origin Stellenbosch

Style

Full-bodied & Structured

Aging potential

Long aging possible

Decant Time

2-3 hours

Drinking Temperature

16–18 °C

Body

Full

Conservative food pairing

Beef Wellington

Funky food pairing

Tandoori lamb

Music pairing

Classical music

Art pairing

Renaissance

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