Meerlust Rubicon 1994 1000ml Cognac is essentially a type

Cognac is essentially a type of Brandy (aged grape spirit) that must be produced in the Cognac region of western France (much like sherry must be produced in Jerez

'Amber' is exclusively matured in sherry oaks casks from Jerez

Then the four years of aging in airy rackhouses allows the bourbon to extract caramelized sugars

So we have a vintage and an age statement

we're still undecided

Meerlust Rubicon 1994 1000ml Cognac is essentially a typeRubicon remains the quintessence of refined understatement serious, medium textured vinosity, ripe but not overripe berry flavours, moderate grip from tannins, essentially dry rather than fruity sweet. Here, the blend is about 65 70% cabernet, 20 25% merlot, balance Cabernet. Franc. The 1994 is traditional in style with a freshness that belies its age, red berry fruit and delicate complexity.