100% Cabernet Franc
The Cabernet Franc grapes are sourced from 14-year-old, trellised vines from the lower Helderberg on granitic soils. The vineyard is 2km from the coast. The maritime effect is most favourable, especially in the hot February-March months in Stellenbosch. Leaf removal in the bunch zone (during November/December) is an important practice in this vineyard to let enough sun in to prevent vegetal flavours. The grapes were picked on 20 February.
They were sorted and crushed (no whole bunch). Spontaneous fermentation took place in open top fermenters with very soft handling during fermentation, only two punch downs per day. The wine was matured in 225L older French oak barrels for 9 months. It was sent thorough a rough filter before bottling in December 2023.
Christian Eedes, Winemag:
“Rose and red berries plus hints of mint, bay leaf and other herbs. The palate is light-bodied and lively – succulent fruit, fresh acidity and fine tannins, the finish gently savoury. This vintage is already rather open and accessible. 92/100.”
