a decision that has paid off beautifully

explosive wine endowed with real personality

spice and tobacco build into the rich

the 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Lotus Vineyard (containing 7% Petit Verdot) offers up a gorgeous nose of fruitcake

An iron note becomes more prominent as this evolves on the palate

Joanin Becot Size:12x750ml a decision that has paidNicely toasty, but integrated, with dark spice and black tea leading the way, backed by lush plum sauce, fig and raspberry fruit. The chalky spine is buried on the finish, lending length and boding well for short term cellaring. Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Best from 2013 through 2020. 3,665 cases made. JM