November Online Wine Auction
Timed Online Auction, 13 - 24 November 2025
South African wines
Lot Estimate Change Currency
ZAR 4 000 - 7 500
Current Bid
Starting at ZAR 3 500
Location
Wine Storage
Delivery
Delivery within South Africa included
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About this Item
Merlot 1989
3 (1 x 3) 750ml
In 1980, after several years of experimentation and visits to Bordeaux, Nico Myburgh and Giorgio Dalla Cia produced the icon Rubicon and one of SA's first Merlots. The 1989 featured 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, and was son Hannes' first vintage in charge.
Provenance
Private Client
Critics Ratings
'1989's oak-fruit mélange clear notch ahead of 1988 which has strong, forward bouquet - bit smoky, good plummy fruit backing. Both gold medals at Intervin, North America's major international wine competition. 1989 only SA wine so honoured. All-new French oak well-toasted for 18 months.' Platter's SA Wine Guide 1996, 5 stars
