Harvest from September 10 to 21 for the Merlots (before the rain), then October 24 for Cabernet Franc and October 7-8 for Cabernet Sauvignon.
Maturation The grapes are hand-harvested and then fermented in temperature-controlled, stainless steel tanks. The wine is then aged in oak barriques (65% new and 35% 1-yr-old barrels) for 18 months. It is bottled unfiltered.
Tasting Notes: Ruby in colour. Floral yet rich with dark fruit. Aromas of blackberries, anise, spices. Fresh acidity, ripe tannins, and juicy dark fruits. The palate is lush and structured, detailed and layered. A balanced and long finish.
2019: Wine Advocate/Parker 98; J.Suckling 98; Decanter 99
85% Merlot, 13% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Cabernet Franc
94 points – James Molesworth, Wine Spectator – March 2022
98 points – William Kelley, Wine Advocate – April 2022
96-98 points – Lisa Perrotti-Brown, Wine Advocate – June 2020
98 points – James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com – February 2022
96-98 points – Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast – June 2020
99 points – Georgina Hindle, Decanter.com – January 2022
96 points – Jane Anson, Decanter.com – January 2022
93 points – Jane Anson, Decanter.com – June 2020
97 points – Jane Anson, Insidebordeaux.com – January 2022
95-98 points – Farr Vintners – May 2020
96 points – Neal Martin, Vinous – February 2022
95-97 points – Neal Martin, Vinous – June 2020
97 points – Antonio Galloni, Vinous – February 2022
96-98 points – Antonio Galloni, Vinous – June 2020
94 points – Jeb Dunnuck MW – April 2022
95 points – Jean Marc Quarin (score only) – January 2020
