2022 Damascene Cabernet Franc

An amazing, distinctive wine. 100% sustainably grown Cabernet Franc hand harvested from a low-yielding vineyard on granite soils. Bunches were de-stemmed and gravity-fed into tulip-shaped concrete fermenters, where whole berries were cold-soaked for 3 days before primary fermentation commenced with native yeasts only. Aged in 1000-litre French oak vats for 11 months. Bottled unfined. 13.33% alcohol.

92 points, James Suckling. "Seductive on the nose with wild strawberries, raspberries, cassis, violets and freshly ground peppercorns. Medium body with finely grained tannins. Suave and balanced with a velvety texture complementing the creamy core of bright berries and cherries at the center. Focused with a harmonious finish. Drink or hold."