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Rubin

A crossing of Nebbiolo and Syrah (how good), Rubin is a Balkan superstar. Wines made from Rubin are deeply coloured, packed with both red and black fruit flavours, spice and herbs; and, much like both its parent grapes, also responds really well to oak ageing.

General Characteristics

Colour: Red

Dryness: Full

Tannin: Medium (+)

Body: Medium (+)

Acidity: Medium (+)

ABV: Medium (+): 13.5-15%

Flavours: Blackberry Bramble Jam Raspberry Strawberry Cherry Cranberry Pomegranate Redcurrant Black Pepper White Pepper Cedar Oak Smoke Tobacco Baking Spice Cinnamon Nutmeg Lavender Violet Oregano Pine Needles Rosemary Cardamom Clove Ginger

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