2011 was a bit of a crazy season; September saw milder weather together with sporadic precipitation, which allowed the Cabernet Franc to complete the final ripening phase in a uniform fashion. This is confirmed by an incredible intensity of colour and extraction (30 days with fermentation and maceration) after five days of cold soak, before malolactic fermentation in 100% new French barrique. A restrained, sweet tobacco aroma dominates the nose, supported by dark cassis fruits and black pepper with cherry in depth. The wine is powerful, creamy on the palate with a thick, slightly angular finish underlined by moderate acidity. It shows great lenghth with cacao powder and fruit notes.