Meerlust Rubicon 1994 1000ml It’s being talked up as

It’s being talked up as being able to last for decades and I think it will but not because of any massive structure but rather how pure and harmonious it is

They add this extra dimension by inserting seared French oak staves into the barrels (with the stave profile "number 46" - thus the name)

charred virgin oak and ex-bourbon

The blend comprises Islay malts

The palate is well balanced and soft with nuances of cedary oak and dark plums

Meerlust Rubicon 1994 1000ml It’s being talked up asRubicon remains the quintessence of refined understatement serious, medium textured vinosity, ripe but not overripe berry flavours, moderate grip from tannins, essentially dry rather than fruity sweet. Here, the blend is about 65 70% cabernet, 20 25% merlot, balance Cabernet. Franc. The 1994 is traditional in style with a freshness that belies its age, red berry fruit and delicate complexity.