A major sleeper of the vintage this biodynamically farmed vineyard was cropped at 15 hectoliters per hectare and the final blend is 70% Merlot 25% Cabernet Franc and the rest Cabernet Sauvignon. The alcohol scores a natural 15%. This stunning wine with black/purple color exhibits notes of blackberry licorice incense forest floor and cedar along with a hint of toasty oak. The wine is opulent even sumptuous in texture has stunning purity and a provocative 45+ second finish. This is another over-achieving Castillon that should drink well for at least a decade or more.

This red has an extra dimension of ripeness adding blueberry compote to the usual array of fig and blackberry flavors while staying fresh and driven. Spice sweet tobacco and graphite notes drive through on the finish. Merlot Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. Drink now through 2013. 2000 cases made. -JM