84 - De Grendel Meritage Rubaiyat - Cape of Good Hope, South Africa

Grape Varietals: Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Merlot and Cabernet Franc

Wine Description: Meritage Rubaiyat is De Grendel's flagship Bordeaux-style blend, crafted from vineyards on the cool Tygerberg slopes overlooking Table Bay. The estate's proximity to the Atlantic provides long, even ripening, allowing each varietal to develop depth and structure. Aged in French oak, the wine reflects De Grendel's elegant, terroir-driven approach, combining power with refinement.

Tasting Notes: Aromas of blackcurrant, plum, violets and graphite lead into a layered palate of dark berries, cocoa, cedar and subtle spice. Fine-grained tannins give the wine a firm yet polished structure, while its fresh acidity adds lift and length. The finish is long, velvety and sophisticated, showing the hallmark complexity of a well-crafted Cape Bordeaux blend.