Left Bank Bordeaux
Live Virtual Auction, 7 November 2021
Fine Wine
About this Item
Meerlust Estate, owned by the Myburgh family, has been in the family for eight generations. Located 5km from False Bay, the property was given the name 'Meerlust' from the original owner, which means 'pleasure of the sea'. The Meerlust name is synonymous with tradition, elegance and longevity. In fact, it was their Cabernet Sauvignon, produced since 1975, that was the first to carry the Meerlust label.
In 1980 after several years of experimentation, Nico Myburgh with fellow winemaker Giorgio Dalla Cia, their new estate was born and it was unlike anything South Africa had seen before. The introduction was a Rubicon moment for South African fine wine market. One of SA’s most recognised blends, The name ‘Rubicon’ is from ancient Roman days as the crucial border of the ancient capital was named the Rubicon River. When the border was crossed it was deemed as an irrevocable point in history, much like the introduction of Rubicon to the South African fine wine market. Meerlust is committed to ensuring that Rubicon becomes even more distinguished and continues to occupy its rightful place amongst the finest wines in the world.
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Critics Ratings
‘Cabernet Sauvignon-based (67%) flagship blend with Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. One of the most classic local expressions of the style. 2014 gentler than the Cabernet Sauvignon, with the sleek, darkly bright elegance of the Merlot, and its own firm tannic balance and succulent suppleness based on ripe fruit.’ - Platter’s SA Wine Guide 2018, 4.5*
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