Rupert & Rothschild (Anthonij Rupert & Benjamin de Rothschild)

Baron Edmond Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon

9.32 ratings
9.31 pro ratings
Coastal Region, Western Cape, South Africa
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy, Salami & Prosciutto, Exotic Spices, Baking Spices, Herbs, Chicken, Pungent Cheese, Turkey, Soft Cheese, Beans & Peas, Hard Cheese, Duck
Top Notes For
Matté

Manager The Wine Cellars

9.3

Great nose that's just on the verge of old age, sweet berry fruit edging into smoky BBQ, soy. Plush dark chocolate tannins push through bitter fruit. Tasted blind got country, near enough vintage & this is just as good as some top BX classed growth 99'

Great nose that's just on the verge of old age, sweet berry fruit edging into smoky BBQ, soy. Plush dark chocolate tannins push through bitter fruit. Tasted blind got country, near enough vintage & this is just as good as some top BX classed growth 99'

Sep 2nd, 2014
Pete Hamill

1999 vintage opened in August 2017. Smooth, rich mouth feel - lovely!

1999 vintage opened in August 2017. Smooth, rich mouth feel - lovely!

Aug 13th, 2017