{"product_id":"de-grendel-rubaiyat-2019","title":"De Grendel Rubaiyat 2019","description":"\u003ch1 data-end=\"3028\" data-start=\"2997\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3028\" data-start=\"3000\"\u003eDe Grendel Rubaiyat 2019\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3065\" data-start=\"3030\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3063\" data-start=\"3034\"\u003eOVERVIEW\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3414\" data-start=\"3066\"\u003eDe Grendel Rubaiyat 2019 is the estate’s flagship \u003cstrong data-end=\"3144\" data-start=\"3116\"\u003eBordeaux-style red blend\u003c\/strong\u003e, crafted from selected vineyards on the Tygerberg slopes. Cabernet Sauvignon forms the backbone, supported by complementary Bordeaux varieties. The 2019 vintage delivers depth, structure and refined power, with careful oak maturation enhancing complexity and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3448\" data-start=\"3421\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3446\" data-start=\"3425\"\u003eWHO IS IT FOR?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3461\" data-start=\"3449\"\u003eCreated for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3660\" data-start=\"3463\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3511\" data-start=\"3463\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3511\" data-start=\"3465\"\u003eCollectors of classic, age-worthy red blends\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3577\" data-start=\"3512\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3577\" data-start=\"3514\"\u003eDrinkers who appreciate structure and restraint over ripeness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3618\" data-start=\"3578\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3618\" data-start=\"3580\"\u003ePremium dining and statement gifting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3660\" data-start=\"3619\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3660\" data-start=\"3621\"\u003eFans of Left Bank–inspired Cape wines\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3710\" data-start=\"3662\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is a serious wine with clear ageing intent.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3743\" data-start=\"3717\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3741\" data-start=\"3721\"\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"4083\" data-start=\"3744\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3797\" data-start=\"3744\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3797\" data-start=\"3746\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3761\" data-start=\"3746\"\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep ruby with youthful intensity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3872\" data-start=\"3798\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3872\" data-start=\"3800\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3811\" data-start=\"3800\"\u003eAromas:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cassis, black cherry, cedarwood, graphite and subtle spice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3972\" data-start=\"3873\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3972\" data-start=\"3875\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3886\" data-start=\"3875\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Concentrated black fruit layered with savoury notes, dark chocolate and refined oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4035\" data-start=\"3973\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4035\" data-start=\"3975\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3987\" data-start=\"3975\"\u003eTexture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Firm, polished tannins with excellent balance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4083\" data-start=\"4036\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4083\" data-start=\"4038\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4049\" data-start=\"4038\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, structured and persistent\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"4115\" data-start=\"4090\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4113\" data-start=\"4094\"\u003eFOOD PAIRING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4131\" data-start=\"4116\"\u003eExcellent with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"4274\" data-start=\"4133\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4158\" data-start=\"4133\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4158\" data-start=\"4135\"\u003eBeef fillet or ribeye\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4193\" data-start=\"4159\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4193\" data-start=\"4161\"\u003eLamb rack or slow-roasted lamb\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4221\" data-start=\"4194\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4221\" data-start=\"4196\"\u003eVenison and game dishes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4252\" data-start=\"4222\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4252\" data-start=\"4224\"\u003eRich mushroom preparations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4274\" data-start=\"4253\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4274\" data-start=\"4255\"\u003eAged hard cheeses\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"4373\" data-start=\"4338\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4371\" data-start=\"4342\"\u003eSERVING TIPS \u0026amp; DETAILS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"4511\" data-start=\"4374\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4417\" data-start=\"4374\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4417\" data-start=\"4376\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4386\" data-start=\"4376\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry Bordeaux-style red blend\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4441\" data-start=\"4418\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4441\" data-start=\"4420\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4432\" data-start=\"4420\"\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e ±14.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4476\" data-start=\"4442\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4476\" data-start=\"4444\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4452\" data-start=\"4444\"\u003eOak:\u003c\/strong\u003e French oak maturation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4511\" data-start=\"4477\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4511\" data-start=\"4479\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4499\" data-start=\"4479\"\u003eDrinking Window:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2024–2040\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4511\" data-start=\"4477\"\u003eServe at \u003cstrong data-end=\"4296\" data-start=\"4285\"\u003e16 - 18°C\u003c\/strong\u003e. Decanting recommended when young.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"4552\" data-start=\"4518\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4550\" data-start=\"4522\"\u003eACCOLADES AND REVIEWS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4618\" data-start=\"4553\"\u003eConsistently praised for structure, balance and ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4618\" data-start=\"4553\"\u003eVivino Reviews: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4618\" data-start=\"4553\"\u003e'Outstanding Bordeaux style blend. Deep red fruit, plum,\u003cbr\u003eleather and earthy tannins. Excellent pair with lamb and rich\u003cbr\u003ewine just.'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4653\" data-start=\"4620\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"De Grendel Reviews\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivino.com\/en\/de-grendel-rubaiyat\/w\/1125617?ref=nav-search\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4639\" data-start=\"4620\"\u003eAverage rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e ★ 4.4\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"4697\" data-start=\"4660\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4697\" data-start=\"4664\"\u003eFAQ's\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4806\" data-start=\"4699\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4746\" data-start=\"4699\"\u003eIs Rubaiyat the flagship red of De Grendel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4749\" data-start=\"4746\"\u003eYes. It represents the estate’s top Bordeaux-style blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4922\" data-start=\"4808\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4846\" data-start=\"4808\"\u003eIs it Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4849\" data-start=\"4846\"\u003eYes. Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec \u0026amp; Merlot. Provides structure, longevity and aromatic depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5051\" data-start=\"4924\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4973\" data-start=\"4924\"\u003eIs this wine suitable for immediate drinking?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4976\" data-start=\"4973\"\u003eIt can be enjoyed now with decanting, but it is built for long-term ageing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5121\" data-start=\"5053\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5077\" data-start=\"5053\"\u003eHow long can it age?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"5080\" data-start=\"5077\"\u003e15+ years under proper cellar conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5230\" data-start=\"5123\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5148\" data-start=\"5123\"\u003eIs the oak prominent?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"5151\" data-start=\"5148\"\u003eThe oak is present but refined, supporting the fruit rather than dominating it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5395\" data-start=\"5232\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5297\" data-start=\"5232\"\u003eWhat distinguishes Rubaiyat from entry-level De Grendel reds?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"5300\" data-start=\"5297\"\u003eLower yields, stricter selection, longer maturation and significantly greater ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5513\" data-start=\"5397\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5439\" data-start=\"5397\"\u003eIs this a good collector or gift wine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"5442\" data-start=\"5439\"\u003eYes - it is one of De Grendel’s most respected and cellar-worthy wines.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"De Grendel","offers":[{"title":"Bottle","offer_id":52819919077703,"sku":"DEGR-RUB19Bottle","price":50.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Case (X6 Bottles)","offer_id":52819919110471,"sku":"DEGR-RUB19Case","price":300.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0837\/9272\/4295\/files\/ProductPhotosDeGrendel_9.jpg?v=1765799383","url":"https:\/\/potum.shop\/products\/de-grendel-rubaiyat-2019","provider":"POTUM","version":"1.0","type":"link"}