WINE DESCRIPTION
Meerlust Rubicon is a full bodied Bordeaux style blend from South Africa's Stellenbosch region. Composed of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot, the Rubicon exhibits aromas of ripe blackberry and black currant, with hints of eucalyptus, mint and graphite. On the palate, it is rich and concentrated, with soft, ripe tannins and a persistent finish. Enjoy with grilled steak or pork chops.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Meerlust Rubicon is a deeply concentrated and structured South African red blend.It is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, sourced from the Stellenbosch region. On the nose, the wine displays aromas of dark fruits, cigar box, cedar and subtle hints of minerality. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and concentrated, with rich flavors of blackberry, dark cherry, cassis, and a hint of espresso. The tannins are firm and rounded, with a long and elegant finish. This is a complex and balanced red blend that will cellar beautifully for many years to come. Enjoy with roasted lamb, grilled steak, or a cheese platter.
EXPERT RATING
4.8
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2026
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Intense
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Searing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (4)
Petit Verdot
Cabernet Franc
ORIGINS
Winery: Meerlust
Region: Stellenbosch
Situated in the Western Cape of South Africa, Stellenbosch is one of the country’s most renowned wine regions. With a long and illustrious history, Stellenbosch is home to some of the country’s most celebrated wineries and produces a wide range of wines that have earned international acclaim.
Stellenbosch has been producing wine since the late 17th century, when the first vines were planted by French Huguenot protestants. The region has since become one of the most important wine-producing areas in South Africa, and is home to some of the country’s oldest and most prestigious wineries.CUSTOMER RATING
4.3
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