Meerlust Rubicon

Wine information: Meerlust Estate has been part of the Myburgh family tradition for eight generations, dating back to 1756. Long recognised for producing world-class wines, the Meerlust Estate is singularly rich in charm and history. Today the family tradition of dedication to winemaking continues under the guidance of Hannes Myburgh who studied winemaking at Geisenheim in Germany and Château Lafite in France. Chris Williams was appointed Cellar Master at Meerlust prior to the 2004 harvest. Meerlust is situated 15 kilometres south of Stellenbosch, with False Bay just five kilometres away. The Estate is uniquely positioned for the production of wines with exceptional complexity and character. In the summertime, ocean breezes and evening mists roll in from the coast to cool the vineyards. The grapes ripen slowly, thus achieving full, concentrated varietal flavours. 110 hectares are planted, mainly with red varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Pinot Noir. The 2005 Rubicon is 69% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15 % Merlot and 16 % Cabernet Franc. The wine spent a total of 24 months in 75 % new   French Nevers oak with 25 % 2nd Nevers and Alliers barrels.

Tasting Notes: Very deep, youthful colour, intense almost purple hue. Very classic Rubicon nose with violets, ripe plum, cedarwood and intense spice. Still young and intense, promising further maturation potential. The palate is full bodied, structured but packed with fresh dark fruit and rounded, linear tannins.

Food & drink match: Venison, game, pot roast, barbecued beef, beef carpaccio and noble cheeses.

Reviews: First Vintage of Rubicon to be given 5 stars by John Platter.

 
     

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