Meerlust Rubicon 2016 Tenuta Argentiera Delicate floral notes of rose

Delicate floral notes of rose petal and violet emerge to provide elegance and complexity

fleshy with chewy textured tannins

and a long

dark brambly fruits and a touch of savoury

Meerlust Rubicon 2016 Tenuta Argentiera Delicate floral notes of roseThe 2016 Rubicon shows great charm and drinkability even at this early stage, no doubt a result of the high Merlot and Cabernet Franc composition. We were very cautious with regards to tannic structure as some of the later Cabs exhibited astringency which we wanted to minimise in the final blend. Wonderful exotic aromas of plum, sandalwood and perfume, still with a touch of creamy vanilla. The palate is medium bodied with a forward dark fruit flavour