{"product_id":"2018-meerlust-rubicon-stellenbosch-south-africa","title":"2018 Meerlust Rubicon, Stellenbosch, South Africa","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOVERVIEW\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMeerlust Rubicon is a classic Cape blend, consisting of 49% Cabernet Sauvignon, 28% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc, and 3% Petit Verdot. Deep purple in colour, its nose offers aromas of wild violets, ripe plum, cedar wood, fennel, and bold spices, with characteristic notes of graphite and liquorice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFOOD PAIRING INSPIRATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe 2018 Meerlust Rubicon pairs beautifully with rich dishes that complement its bold structure and complexity. Grilled or roasted red meats such as lamb, venison, or beef steaks enhance the wine’s depth, while hearty stews like braised short ribs or beef bourguignon match its spiciness and savoury notes. Game birds, such as roast duck or quail with a rich sauce, also make an excellent pairing, bringing out the wine's plum and cedar nuances. For cheese lovers, aged cheeses like cheddar, gouda, or Parmesan work well with the wine’s tannins, and mushroom dishes, including mushroom risotto or anything with truffles, can highlight its earthy, aromatic character.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRODUCER NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMeerlust is a renowned wine producer located in South Africa’s famed Stellenbosch region. The estate's name, meaning 'pleasure of the ocean,' reflects its scenic ocean views. Their flagship wine, Rubicon, was first crafted in 1984 and is a Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant blend, featuring Merlot and Cabernet Franc. As one of South Africa's pioneering blended wines, it is only produced in vintages considered exceptional.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNEED ADVICE? ASK A SOMM LIVE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAny questions about this wine? Creating a wine list for a function or planning a special meal or gift? Use the chat facility to speak live to one of our in-house sommeliers who can assist in your wine selection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDELIVERY INFORMATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivery is free when you spend over £150. For orders under this amount then a £9.99 delivery charge will be applied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe use a tracked DPD delivery service who provide text and email tracking updates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery bottle sold by CoolerSomm is subject to our quality guarantee. If a wine is corked or faulty, we will replace it.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meerlust","offers":[{"title":"Single Bottle","offer_id":53579195613557,"sku":"","price":49.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0552\/2761\/3370\/files\/meerlust-rubicon.webp?v=1728737561","url":"https:\/\/coolersomm.com\/es\/products\/2018-meerlust-rubicon-stellenbosch-south-africa","provider":"coolersomm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}