Meerlust Rubicon - 2000 (750ml) Size:750ml 91 points James Suckling

91 points James Suckling

Appearance | Deep Amber

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Sweet and fruity with notes of blackcurrent jam

Perfectly balanced with a crisp finish

Meerlust Rubicon - 2000 (750ml) Size:750ml 91 points James SucklingA blend of 74% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot and 11% Cabernet Franc aged 80% in new Nevers 300 liter barrels for 22 months, the flagship 2007 Rubicon did not live up to its reputation. It has a well defined, quite opulent mint tinged bouquet with touches of macerated red cherries, red currant and sloes. The palate is medium bodied with a toasty entry and good depth. I would like to see more of the Cabernet Sauvignon character coming through and more