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Meerlust Red 2019
Technical Analysis
The grapes were fermented separately before undergoing malolactic fermentation in new and seasoned oak, before selection, blending and bottling. The 2019 Meerlust Red was barrel aged for 17 months in 46% 1st fill French Oak, 45% second fill and 9% 3rd fill.
Alcohol – 14 %vol
PH – 3.61
RS – 2.5 g/l
Total Acid – 5.6 g/l
Accolades
92 pts Tim Atkin MW 2021
There was no Rubicon release in 2019, so all of the fruit went into the Meerlust red instead, making a very tasty second wine. Cabernet Sauvignon-led with a supporting cohort of 57% Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, this is a perfumed, detailed, well balanced red with violet and tobacco leaf notes, red berry flavours and good acidity for a 2019. 2022-27
