Meerlust
Rubicon
Stellenbosch
2015
Vintage
Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon
Where it is, October 2026
At Peak: inside the peak window (2021-2031), within the full drinking arc.
This bottle is in its peak window through 2031, with a drinking horizon to 2038.
The ‘15 Rubicon.
Meerlust Rubicon 2015 is a Cabernet Sauvignon from Stellenbosch, South Africa.
Cellared Ageability Index (CAI) drinking timeline
Storage and bottle condition can shift the experience.
The peak window sits inside the broader full drinking arc.
Tasting note
Meerlust Rubicon 2015 has a full body, fresh acidity, and firm tannins.
The 2015 vintage
Meerlust's 2015 Rubicon is a Cabernet Sauvignon from Stellenbosch, South Africa.
About Meerlust
Meerlust's Rubicon is a Cabernet Sauvignon from Stellenbosch, South Africa.
Pairing suggestions
Cellared suggestions based on the wine and dish descriptions.
Bone-in ribeye with rosemary butter
The pairing is scaled to the wine's full body.
Braised short ribs with truffle polenta
The wine's fresh acidity keeps the pairing lively.
Aged Comté with quince paste
The pairing leaves room for the wine's firm tannins.
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Frequently Asked
What is Meerlust Rubicon 2015?
Meerlust Rubicon 2015 is a Cabernet Sauvignon from Stellenbosch, South Africa.
What does Meerlust Rubicon 2015 taste like?
Meerlust Rubicon 2015 has a full body, fresh acidity, and firm tannins.
When should Meerlust Rubicon 2015 be opened?
The canonical CAI full drinking arc is 2019-2038. Within that arc, the peak window is 2021-2031. The full arc is the broader period the wine may drink well; the peak window is when it is most likely to show its best balance. Storage, fill level, cork condition, and preference can shift the decision. Taste before adding more air or holding the rest.
What pairs with Meerlust Rubicon 2015?
Pair this wine with Bone-in ribeye with rosemary butter; Braised short ribs with truffle polenta; or Aged Comté with quince paste.