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Live Virtual Auction, 11 - 13 April 2021

De Toren Private Cellar, Meerlust Estate and Mullineux

Sold for

ZAR 9 967
Lot 93
  • Meerlust; Rubicon; 1999; 1 (1 x 1); 5000ml


Lot Estimate
ZAR 10 000 - 12 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 9 967

About this Item

Rubicon, 1999
1 (1 x 1) 5000ml

Meerlust Estate has been the pride of the Myburgh family since 1756. Having previously visited Bordeaux, Nico Myburgh realised that the terroir there was very similar to that of his farm near the Eerste River. In 1978, Giorgio joined Nico at Meerlust in which was to be a dynamic, fruitful decades-long friendship and partnership between owner-vintner and cellarmaster.

One of SA’s most recognised blends, the 1999 was hailed as the ‘Best New World Red Wine’ in the March 2004 edition of the prestigious Decanter magazine.

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.

Critics Ratings

'This is quite earthy and with morish decay on the nose. The palate is fresher with dense, chocolatey fruit. Maybe starting to dry out, with its tannic, chunky finish. Large format should last a decade longer and warrant a higher score. Drink now.' - Roland Peens (Feb 2021), 90/100.

As flamboyant challengers – often laced with bulging ripe fruit and/or flagrant oak – come and go, this pre-eminent ‘Cape claret’, wih a two-decade bloodline, continues to hold court. Invariably fine-grained & classic; 99 dusty, cedar/tobacco notes, fruit still trussed up by lacy tannins Loaded with potential; needs at least a decade from harvest. 70% cab, 20% merlot, 10% cab f; 2 yrs Fr (Nevers) oak, 80% new.’ – Platter’s SA Wine Guide 2004, 4.5*

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