About this product
South Africa's original prestige Bordeaux blend, first made in 1980 by Nico Myburgh. Rubicon is a Merlot-led blend with Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, displaying the distinctive Meerlust character: silky texture, dark fruit, and a savoury, cedar finish of remarkable elegance.
Pairing intelligence
complement
Rubicon's Merlot-driven silkiness and cedar character are ideal companions for beef fillet at this level of preparation; truffle potato gratin amplifies the wine's earthy complexity.
classic
main
complement
The wine's elegant structure and dark fruit complement venison's gamey richness; root vegetable gravy grounds the pairing while puff pastry adds a buttery luxury.
established
main
bridge
Rubicon's silk tannin and dark fruit harmonise with ripe Camembert; fig jam echoes the wine's fruit while sourdough's acidity refreshes the palate.
established
cheese
contrast
Rubicon's silk and cassis provide a compelling contrast to tuna's meaty richness; olive tapenade and anchovy butter add the savoury depth that bridges fish and red wine.
adventurous
fish_course