Meerlust Rubicon 2013

By , 6 March 2017

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Meerlust Rubicon 2013

An institution.

The Bordeaux-style red blend that is Rubicon from Stellenbosch property Meerlust is as close as anything to being iconic and to state the obvious, no wine acquires that status by being erratic and unreliable.

The current-release 2013 (Wine Cellar price: R329 a bottle) is blend of 67% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Merlot, 12% Cabernet Franc and 7% Petit Verdot, it was matured for 19 months in French oak, 65% new.

On the nose, the crushed herbs and leafiness that are so distinctive of young Rubicon plus red and black fruit and attractive oak.

As for the palate, the first impression is one of severity – there is fruit but what is most striking the fine but very firm tannins making for an extraordinarily dry finish.

With time in glass, it becomes clear that this wine is not short of complexity and possesses real refreshment value.

It has a very particular flavour profile that’s true to the property and those that tend it – it will appeal to some and not others but it is now so well established that nobody really wants to be a nay-sayer. In fairness, it’s certainly not meant to be drunk now and you suspect that over time it will become more like itself without being quite so difficult.

Editor’s rating: 90/100.

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    Christian Eedes | 24 October 2018

    Hi Charles, Presuming that the wine has been stored correctly (i.e. in a cool, dark place), then the wine should definitely be consumable. You could invite offers to purchase via this site but I’d advise drinking it – it should be a treat.

    Charles Mpanza | 24 October 2018

    I am in possession of Meerlust (750ml ) 1984, still sealed and untouched. May I know if it is still consumable? Where can I sell it if I want to?
    Regards
    Charles Mpanza
    0832477801

    dave | 7 March 2017

    Taste it blind and I doubt it will get an 80/100

    Hennie | 6 March 2017

    jy sukkel darem om die Rubicon meer as 90 te score. ek sal maar ‘n bottel moet koop en self besluit.

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