Strauss & co - 13 February 2016, Cape Town

The Meerlust Cabernet Franc & Rovos Rail Lot Long recognized for producing world-class wines, Meerlust Estate has been the pride of the Myburgh family since 1756. Today, the traditional dedication to the art of winemaking continues under the guidance of Hannes Myburgh, eighth generation custodian of this seventeenth century national monument. Established in 1989, Rovos Rail has earned an international reputation for its truly world-class travel experiences. With discreet and friendly service, five star cuisine and a selection of South Africa’s finest wines, Rovos Rail harks back to a more elegant era encompassing the timeless grace and high romance of Africa exploration. The winning bidder will receive a unique bottling for The AfrAsia Bank Cape Wine Auction of Meerlust Cabernet Franc 2014 in 750ml, 1,5 litre, 3 litre and 4,5 litre formats. This is the first and only bottling of Meerlust Cabernet Franc, ever. Cabernet Franc has been an integral part of the Meerlust Rubicon since the first vintage in 1980. This uniquely bottled and packaged Meerlust Cabernet Franc 2014 made specifically for The AfrAsia Bank Cape Wine Auction will consist of thirty 750ml bottles, six magnums, three double magnums and one Jeroboam. The wine will be available December 2016. A journey for two in a deluxe suite on Rovos Rail, the most luxurious train in the world, from Pretoria to Durban or vice versa. This three-day two-night safari and experience takes in the splendor of KwaZulu Natal. The excursions include the Big Five at Nambiti Private Game Reserve, a battlefields tour with a world-class historian at Spionkop and the unusual ceramics of Ardmore in the rolling hills of the Midlands. In addition, eight guests will be invited to a private luncheon at the Meerlust homestead, hosted by Hannes Myburgh. Not open to the public, this house has been the family home for the Myburgh family for 259 years. — www.meerlust.co.za — Lot Summary A selection of Meerlust Cabernet Franc Magnums, Double Magnums and a Jeroboam bottled exclusively for The AfrAsia Bank Cape Wine Auction – the only one of its kind in the world. — A Rovos Rail trip for two people sharing in a deluxe suite on the Durban Safari. The prize is fully inclusive of all meals, all alcoholic and other beverages, the off-train excursions, room service and a laundry service. — A private lunch for eight guests at the Meerlust homestead hosted by Hannes Myburgh. — AUCTION AMBASSADORS - The Myburgh Family 51