Meerlust Rubicon

Deep garnet red, plum, violet, and cedar wood – silky red wine from Stellenbosch.

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Meerlust Rubicon

Meerlust Rubicon is not a companion item in the traditional sense – it's a wine that speaks for itself. And loudly. Anyone who has ever held a bottle of this South African classic in their hands immediately understands why the Meerlust Estate has been among the most venerable estates in the Stellenbosch region for generations.

In the glass, Rubicon displays a deep, luminous garnet red. Even with the first swirl, aromas of wild berries, ripe plum, and violets rise – framed by delicate notes of chocolate, cedarwood, coffee, and tobacco. This complexity is no accident, but the result of careful blending and patient aging.

On the palate, the Rubicon unfolds elegantly and densely: powerful fruitiness meets a ripe, silky tannin structure that provides warmth without ever feeling heavy. The finish is long, lingering, and incredibly inviting.

  • Origin: Stellenbosch, South Africa
  • Winery: Meerlust Estate
  • Style: Powerful, structured, elegant
  • Ideal with: Lamb loin, aged hard cheese, dark chocolate

Open it for dinner – or simply whenever the moment deserves it.

Taste Dry
Alcohol 14 % Vol.
Serving temp. 16–18 °C
Volume 0,75 l
Country of origin South Africa
Region Stellenbosch
Wine color Red Wine
Vintage 2023
Alcohol content 14 % Vol.
Residual sugar 2,5 g/l
Taste Dry

The Winery

Meerlust Wine Estate

Meerlust Wine Estate – a name for wines you won't forget for over 250 years. Just 15 kilometers south of Stellenbosch, barely five kilometers from False Bay. The proximity to the sea brings cool breezes and coastal fog – the grapes ripen slowly, evenly, with real depth.

In the hands of the Myburgh family since 1756. Today, Hannes Myburgh runs the estate as the eighth generation – with respect for the heritage and a clear view ahead.

The most famous wine: Rubicon. A red wine that put Stellenbosch on the world map. Powerful, elegant, with potential for many years in the cellar. South Africa as it tastes.

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