{"title":"Wine from Rubus","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style12\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Rubus Concept\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRubus wines are a private label created and used by Kysela Pere et Fils, LTD in order to buy, bottle and market wine found at incredible quality\/price ratio. All Rubus wines are selected by Fran Kysela MS.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt was first used for a superb batch of 1,200 cases of Amador county Zinfandel back in 1997.  The wine sold in a few days and the Rubus brand was not used since then.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring a trip in California in 2009, when Fran Kysela tasted some incredible wines (available in bottle but without label), he decided to help resurrect the brand creating an outstanding  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/kysela.com\/usa\/rubus.htm#Rubus_cabsauv\"\u003eCabernet Sauvignon from Stag's Leaps district in Napa Valley\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (California) , followed by an excellent \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/kysela.com\/usa\/rubus.htm#Rubus_chard\"\u003eChardonnay from Russian River Valley\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (California)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe then developed the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/kysela.com\/usa\/rubus.htm#Rubus_zin\"\u003eRubus Zinfandel from Lodi\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (California).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 2011, we added a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/kysela.com\/usa\/rubus.htm#Rubus_shiraz\"\u003eShiraz\/Viognier blend from the Barossa in Australia\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor 2012, the newest addition to the Rubus line is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/kysela.com\/usa\/rubus.htm#Rubus_chard2\"\u003eChardonnay from Colchagua Valley in Chile.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRubus is now its own brand representing quality for the consumer and an incredible price along the way.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style12\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRubus Meaning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe name RUBUS means \"raspberry\" in Latin and it is the name given to the genus of flowering plants in the rose family. For instance, here are some famous fruit from the Rubus family with their latin names:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRubus fruticosus agg. – Blackberry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRubus idaeus – European Red Raspberry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRubus occidentalis – Black Raspberry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRubus pensilvanicus – Pennsylvania Blackberry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRubus strigosus – American Red Raspberry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"rubus-brut-rose-nv","title":"Rubus Brut Rose NV","description":"\u003cp\u003eRubus Brut Rose is made from 60% Tempranillo, 40% Bobal.The Rubus Project was created by Fran Kysela as a way to source and sell incredible wines at value prices. All wines in this international project are hand-selected by Fran Kysela. Rubus wines are fruit driven, true-to-type values that over deliver - a true representation of quality for the consumer at an excellent price.Stunning salmon-pink hues. The nose is intense and fine, dominated by notes of red berries. On the palate, the combination of fine bubbles and delicate aromas produces a delightfully light and silky ros. Machine harvest. The base wine is fermented at a low temperature. The second fermentation takes place at 14C for 2 weeks, followed by dosing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rubus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948998946863,"sku":"446618","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/rubus_sparkling_rose_bottle.jpg?v=1771487092"},{"product_id":"rubus-brut-blanc-de-blanc-nv","title":"Rubus Brut Blanc de Blanc NV","description":"\u003cp\u003eRubus Brut Blanc de Blanc NV is made from 13 Ugni Blanc, 13 Airen, 13 Muscat .The Rubus Project was created by Fran Kysela as a way to source and sell incredible wines at value prices. All wines in this international project are hand-selected by Fran Kysela. Rubus wines are fruit driven, true-to-type values that over deliver - a true representation of quality for the consumer at an excellent price.Elegant pale yellow with fine bubbles. Floral and fruity on the nose, with aromas of fresh butter and cake. On the palate, the wine is crisp and harmonious - a delightful sparkling wine. Machine harvest. The base wine is fermented at a low temperature. The second fermentation takes place at 14C for 2 weeks, followed by dosing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rubus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948999110703,"sku":"446617","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/rubus_blanc_de_blancs_sparkling_brut_hq_bottle.jpg?v=1771487092"},{"product_id":"rubus-special-edition-barossa-shiraz-2018","title":"Rubus Special Edition Barossa Shiraz 2018","description":"\u003cp\u003eRubus Special Edition Barossa Shiraz is made from 100 percent The Rubus Project was created by Fran Kysela as a way to source and sell incredible wines at value prices. All wines in this international project are hand-selected by Fran Kysela. Rubus wines are fruit driven, true-to-type values that over deliver - a true representation of quality for the consumer at an excellent price.Deep red with a slight purple hue on release. The wine has a rich mix of dark chocolate infused with coffee bean and black liquorice, then scents of tar, aniseed, raw (pure) soy and black olive on the nose. The palate is expansive, and yet balanced and finessed. An amalgam of dark berried flavors and textural sensations. The 100% new oak is completely absorbed, meshed with ripe tannins, completing a palate of impressive length and youthfulness.Sourced from Thorn-Clarkes St Kitts vineyard (Block 7) in the far north of the Barossa, the Rubus Reserve demonstrates both the strengths of the region and the unique characters of the vineyard. A thin layer of topsoil over weathered marble, schist and shale mean the vines work hard to source water and nutrients. The result is naturally low yields concentrating the power and density of the fruit. Diurnal temperature variation is another important aspect of St. Kitts. Warm daytime temperatures are followed by cool nights with variations of up to 30C (55F) from the peak during the day into the cool night minimums. Review: Earthy detail develops in this sleek and juicy shiraz, a tarry streak under fresh plum and bruised strawberry. The tannins have gravity and precision, their bracing intensity and concentration integrated into what panelist David Hawkins described as a big, powerful wine with great liveliness. While suited to aging, this is accessible now if youre grilling meats to serve with it.- Wine and Spirits (February 2023), 94 Made by Thorn-Clarke for the US market, this has a rich and vivid nose with blueberry, violet, dark plum and subtle oak spice in play. The palate has a succulent feel with plenty of rich, open-knit blackberry and blueberry flavor. Smoothly delivered tannins carry long and even. Drink over the next decade.- James Suckling (November 2021), 94\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rubus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44949064777775,"sku":"448267","price":90.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/rubus_barossa_shiraz_spec_2ce9bf30-e345-41ab-bb88-4e6f488e63d1.jpg?v=1771488857"},{"product_id":"rubus-old-vine-zinfandel-lod-2021","title":"Rubus Old Vine Zinfandel Lod 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003eSALELodi, American Viticulture Area (AVA) The Lodi AVA is located in the northern end of the San Joaquin Valley, Central Valley California, east of the San Francisco Bay. Lodi has warm days and cool nights, similar to the Mediterranean climate. The lower temperatures that occur in Lodi result in fruit with good acidity. A wide range of soils are found in the Lodi AVA, but they generally are deep, loamy, sandy, rocky soils similar to that found in southern Rhone valley. The Lodi appellation totals almost one half million acres, and the approximately eight hundred growers farm roughly 90,000 acres. Lodi produces more Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc, and Zinfandel than any other wine region in California, but it is probably best known for its old vine Zinfandel. The vines are often head trained giving them a classic old world appearance. Zinfandel The Zinfandel grape is a hearty variety that produces grapes with high sugar levels, often resulting in wines with a high alcohol content. Thought to be a relative of Primitivo that is found in southeast of Italy (the boot heel), Zinfandel can be made into a wide range of wine s, including White Zinfandel, light or full bodied red wines, and even late harvest desert wine. However Zinfandel, especially Old Vine Zinfandel from Lodi, is usually made into a full bodied, spicy red wine with characteristics of red fruit, raspberry, and cherry. Produced in the heart of Lodi AVA. Rubus Zinfandel Lodi is made from 98% Zinfandel 2% Cabernet Sauvignon Bottled after aging in French and American oak for 9 months. Rubus Zinfandel Lodi presents with ruby red in , with red fruit, raspberry, and spice on the nose. This wine is medium in body, with notes of ripe cherry, cedar box, cinnamon, anise, black pepper, and hint of smoke on the palate. It has a long, silky finish. Selected by Fran Kysela MS.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rubus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44949145452591,"sku":"449323","price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/rubus_lodi_zinfandel_hq_label_e7a9c90f-4928-4366-82e4-c962972d192b.jpg?v=1771489999"},{"product_id":"rubus-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-county-2021","title":"Rubus Cabernet Sauvignon Napa County 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003eRubus Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley is made from 100 percent Napa Valley Cabernet Its long finish displays full mature flavors of blackberry, currant and chocolate with just a hint of toasty oak and black cherry. The tannins are refined and polished, allowing the fruit to be the focus. hr\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rubus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44949180547119,"sku":"450232","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/rubusnapacab_5259960e-5b19-4074-a200-8fdf42d44f0e.jpg?v=1771490864"},{"product_id":"rubus-reserve-pinot-noir-los-carneros-2022","title":"Rubus Reserve Pinot Noir Los Carneros 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Rubus Project was created by Fran Kysela as a way to source sell incredible wines at value prices. All wines in this international project are hand-selected by Fran Kysela. Rubus wines are fruit driven, true-to-type values that over deliver - a true representation of quality for the consumer at an excellent price.Rubus Reserve Pinot Noir is sourced from Carneros, Napa Valley. It shows complexity with raspberry and cherry notes that dance on the tongue.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rubus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44949187231791,"sku":"450395","price":27.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/rubus_pinot_noir_reserve_carneros_nv_hq_bottle_20_1_0ce867c8-4dc2-4d1d-b074-7fc1def5eacb.jpg?v=1771491032"},{"product_id":"rubus-prosecco-organic-nv","title":"Rubus Prosecco Organic NV","description":"\u003cp\u003eRubus Prosecco Organic is made from 100% Glera.The Rubus Project was created by Fran Kysela as a way to source sell incredible wines at value prices. All wines in this international project are hand-selected by Fran Kysela. Rubus wines are fruit driven, true-to-type values that over deliver - a true representation of quality for the consumer at an excellent price. idproductdescriptionroClean, light, fresh airy. 100% Glera, Certified Organic vegan friendly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rubus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44949237465135,"sku":"451257","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/rubusprosecco_fbe1b2d0-9c37-44c2-a5e2-f425cd82cf4a.jpg?v=1771491953"},{"product_id":"rubus-chardonnay-colchagua-valley-2025","title":"Rubus Chardonnay Colchagua Valley 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003eRubus Chardonnay Colchagua Valley is made from 100 percent Chardonnay. Attractive yellow with some green tones. Its intense varietal character reminds one ripe fruits like pineapple, with notes of melon and honey well harmonized with oak. In the mouth it is full, rich and buttery. Grapes are harvested in the morning in order to avoid high temperatures. At the winery, the grapes are gently pressed.br Alcoholic fermentation is held between 15 and 16 Celsius.br Then, 25% of the wine goes into American Oak barrels for 3 months.br After this, the blend is made, clarified, cold stabilized and filtered. Right before bottling, the wine goes through an on-line filtration system (plate and sterile membrane) to ensure microbiological stability As far as the food pairing, it is delicious with pasta, fish, seafood and mild cheeses. It is also delicious on its own as an aperitif.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rubus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44949238251567,"sku":"451269","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/rubus_chardonnay_colchagua_bottle_88fad90d-64a5-4437-8337-544957ba2075.jpg?v=1771491966"},{"product_id":"rubus-pinot-noir-2023","title":"Rubus Pinot Noir 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Rubus Project was created by Fran Kysela as a way to source sell incredible wines at value prices. All wines in this international project are hand-selected by Fran Kysela. Rubus wines are fruit driven, true-to-type values that over deliver - a true representation of quality for the consumer at an excellent price.Grapes are sourced from the Lessini hills in the Colli Berici, where the cold nights allow the aromatic compounds in the grapes to develop. The vines, 20 years old on average, are planted on calcareous soils of volcanic origin. idproductdescriptionroNice garnet and red . Expressive and charming on the nose with cherry and blackberry aromas. On the palate, the wine has a nice spicy note. The length to the finish is round and long. Rubus Pinot Noir is made from 100 percent Pinot Noir from Veneto ItalyTasting notes: Nice garnet and red . Expressive and charming on the nose with cherry and blackberry aromas. On the palate, the wine has a nice spicy note. The length to the finish is round and long.Vineyards: The grapes are grown primarily on the hills south of Vicenza, the Colli Berici, where the hillside sites ensure lower yields and better ripeness of the grapes.The vineyards are located in the hills and are south-west facing. The hillside sites experience cooler nights, allowing the aromatic compounds in the grapes to develop. The vines are trained using the Guyot system, planted on calcareous soils of volcanic origin.Average age of the vines is around 20 years old.Vinification: The grapes were harvested, destemmed, crushed and then cool soaked for 24 hours. Maceration on the skins took place before fermentation at temperatures of up to 22 C. Following malolactic fermentation, 30% of the wine was aged in oak for four to five months prior to bottling.Winemaker: Alberto Marchisio Acidity: 5.3 gLiterRS: 5.6 gLiter pH: 3.42Nice with roasted or grilled beef, game and a very good companion for matured cheese.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rubus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44949253554223,"sku":"451560","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/rubus_pinot_noir_hq_label_75d44599-9e02-4941-a3bf-661997c89b61.jpg?v=1771492252"},{"product_id":"rubus-cabernet-sauvignon-ava-california-2022","title":"Rubus Cabernet Sauvignon AVA California 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis California Cabernet Sauvignon has rich flavors with a hint of black currant and cherry. The tannins are soft, leading to a smooth finish with a hint of oaked vanilla and a touch of eucalyptusmint freshness. 100% California AVA Cabernet Sauvignon. Average age of the vines: 15 years. Picked at premium ripeness. Fermented in static tanks with pump-overs three times per day. Aged five months French oak Barrels. Alcohol: 13.5% RS 0.5 gl TA 5.7 gl Serve this deep purple hued beauty with a variety of hearty dishes ranging from Osso Bucco to grilled red meats and cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rubus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44949257945135,"sku":"451619","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/rubuscabcavalbl_26e612f3-8b4c-42a0-bbc1-c9cd8cd64119.jpg?v=1771492308"},{"product_id":"johns-bay-sauvignon-blanc-2025","title":"Johns Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003eJohns Bay Sauvignon Blanc is made from 100 percent Sauvignon Blanc. idproductdescriptionroThis elegant dry white wine is bursting with delicious tropical fruit aromas and delicate floral notes. 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