Inglenook, Rubicon other_regions_australia spicy wine without the depth

spicy wine without the depth of the splendid 2001

but that's not always a good thing

the larger of which is in the heart of the “amphitheater” from which the finest examples of Vaudésir originate)

It should drink well for up to 15 years or so

Inglenook, Rubicon other_regions_australia spicy wine without the depthThe deep garnet colored 2009 Rubicon contains 3% Cabernet Franc and 1% Merlot. It has a fairly mature nose of leather, cigar box and baking spices over a core of prunes, dried mulberries and raisin cake with touches of sauted herbs and incense. Medium to full bodied, the palate has evolved, savory and earth inspired flavors with a chewy texture and stewed tea laced finish.