Inglenook, Rubicon Vintage:2019 the azure backdrop at its

the azure backdrop at its purest on this

There is plenty of underlying tension and energy to the mouth coating and very serious finish that displays only a touch of rusticity

(90-93)/2026+

denoting freshness and minerality

and unevolved

Inglenook, Rubicon Vintage:2019 the azure backdrop at itsThe 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.