{"product_id":"meerlust-rubicon-stellenbosch-south-africa-2023","title":"Meerlust Rubicon Stellenbosch South Africa 2023","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eSourced from Compagniesdrift granite hilltop, River Terraces sandy stones, and Quarry rocky greywacke sites, parcels fermented separately, underwent malolactic in 300L barrels, blended after 8 months, then harmonized 10 more months in 50% new French oak (pH 3.52, RS 2.5 g\/L, TA 6.1 g\/L). Cool 2023 vintage mirrors 2021 with early ripening before March rains, yielding bright, flavorful components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"tasting-notes\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eDeep ruby color with violets, ripe black plum, blackberry, cassis, cedar, bouquet garni, and potpourri aromas. Tightly coiled palate bursts with fresh dark fruit, lifted acidity, seamless oak, and savory persistence; decant to unleash graphite, cool herbs, and nori.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"awards-and-accolades\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003eAwards and Accolades\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003ePlatter’s Wine Guide 2025: 4.5 Stars\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" aria-label=\"Meerlust Estate Rubicon 2023 Wine'N'Things\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e​\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTim Atkin SA Special Report: 94 points\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" aria-label=\"New release: Meerlust Rubicon 2023\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e​\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"serving-and-cellaring\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003eServing and Cellaring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eServe at 16-18°C after 1-2 hours decanting; drink 2028-2040+. Pairs with roast beef, lamb, venison, or aged hard cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Northeast","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47793470210219,"sku":"NK013-23","price":304.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/3023\/7867\/files\/meerlust-rubicon_1_1_1_1.jpg?v=1789203210","url":"https:\/\/www.regiswine.com.hk\/products\/meerlust-rubicon-stellenbosch-south-africa-2023","provider":"Regis Wine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}