2022Reserve Cuvée
2022Reserve Cuvée
61% Merlot, 18% Cabernet Franc, 13% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Malbec
This wine displays a dark, shadowy garnet hue. The nose unfolds with aromas of warm berry cobbler, rich kirsch, ripe black plum, delicate lavender, dark black fig, and the mineral coolness of wet graphite. The palate presents notes of cola, intense black cherry, volcanic rock minerality, crème de violette's floral sweetness, and the dry richness of cocoa bean. The mouthfeel is full-bodied, yet surprisingly buoyant, showcasing the vintage's characteristic density without heaviness. The finish lingers with sandalwood's exotic warmth, black currant intrigue, and the decadent richness of German chocolate cake.
12-15 days in stainless steel, spending a total of over 30 days on skins before being barreled down. Aged 21 months in 100% new French oak
15.1%
950
Now - 2040
Awards & Accolades
"“The 2022 Reserve Cuvée is distinctly savory, with a bouquet of dried black cherries, blueberries, sweet herbs and a dusting of cocoa. Seductively round and pliant, velvety to the core, this possesses a cool-toned acidity and ripe red and black fruits that saturate toward the close. Serious yet sexy, the 2022 finishes with extreme length yet also poise, as fine-grained tannins drench the senses and hints of sage fade slowly. This is a beautifully balanced and complete blend of 61% Merlot, 18% Cabernet Franc, 13% Cabernet Sauvignon and 8% Malbec, which is refined in 100% new French oak for twenty-one months.”"
-95 points, Eric Guido, Vinous
"“The 2022 ‘Reserve Cuvée is a compelling blend of mainly Merlot (61%) with smaller portions Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec. Stored in all new French oak this delivers violets and creosote tones on the nose alongside shades of cuban cigar and suggestions of freshly tilled soils. The palate is beautifully structured and dense with heady black and blue fruits alongside shades of black licorice, pencil lead and firm tannins. A head-turning red blend, this really needs another year of age before consuming. Drink 2025-2042.”"
-97 points, Owen Bargreen, owenbargreen.com
"“Dark and inky in color, this shows bramble-berries, plums, toasted spices and hazelnuts with a touch of tar. Plush and broad-shouldered, it’s full and deep on the palate, with compact and velvety tannins that run evenly through the palate. Long finish. 61% Merlot, 18% Cabernet Franc, 13% Cabernet Sauvignon and 8% Malbec. Try after 2026.”"
-94 points, James Suckling, jamessuckling.com
"“The 2022 Reserve Cuvée is a blend of 61% Merlot, 18% Cabernet Franc, 13% Cabernet Sauvignon and 8% Malbec matured for 21 months in 100% new French oak. It has slowly unfolding aromas of black cherry, bitter chocolate, garrigue, allspice and soy sauce. The full-bodied palate offers understated, spicy flavors. It’s framed by powdery tannins and juicy acidity and has a long, latent finish. It will benefit from 4–5 years in the cellar. 950 cases produced.”"
-92+ points, Erin Brooks, Wine Advocate
