96 points Tim Atkin, MW: "A classy wine from a really top vintage. What’s not to like, as they say? Marrying Cabernet Sauvignon with 32% Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, this is a subtle, refined, nuanced Rubicon with herbal, earthy, tobacco and graphite perfume, fine 60% new wood, polished tannins and a long, graceful finish. Traditional in style and rightly proud of it. 2023-32. (2021)"
92 points Neal Martin (Vinous): "The 2017 Rubicon, Meerlust"s flagship Bordeaux blend (68% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Merlot, 12% Cabernet Franc, 4% Petit Verdot) offers attractive blackberry, raspberry coulis and floral scents on the nose, plus just a touch of glycerol. The palate is harmonious and medium-bodied with supple tannins, fine acidity and an almost understated but long finish. Not a show-stealer, but one of the bottles that you will finish quicker than intended. Drink: 2021-2035. (Nov 2021)"
92 points Neal Martin (Vinous): "The 2017 Rubicon, Meerlust"s flagship Bordeaux blend (68% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Merlot, 12% Cabernet Franc, 4% Petit Verdot) offers attractive blackberry, raspberry coulis and floral scents on the nose, plus just a touch of glycerol. The palate is harmonious and medium-bodied with supple tannins, fine acidity and an almost understated but long finish. Not a show-stealer, but one of the bottles that you will finish quicker than intended. Drink: 2021-2035. (Nov 2021)"
| Product SKU | 703823 |
| Producer | Meerlust Estate |
| Country | South Africa |
| Region | Western Cape |
| SubRegion | Stellenbosch |
| Varietal | Cabernet/Bordeaux Blends |
| Vintage | 2017 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | Red |
| Blend | 68% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Merlot, 12% Cabernet Franc, 4% Petit Verdot |
| ABV | 14.0% |
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