Leeu Passant Franschhoek Hillside Cabernet Franc 2022
100% Cabernet Franc
Wine of Origin Franschhoek
This single vineyard Cabernet Franc represents only the second release from this exceptional site we established upon the inception of Leeu Passant a decade ago. Planted stok-by-paaltjie on the east-facing slopes of Leeu Estates, this vineyard benefits from the cooler morning sun and long, slow ripening period. At the feet of the vines, protecting the the steep, terraced slopes, we have planted a permanent cover crop of diverse fynbos species, providing a distinct environment for the vineyard to thrive, express terroir and for nature to be integrated via these indigenous corridors.
Tasting Notes:
“Casta Diva, che inargenti
queste sacre antiche piante,
a noi volgi il bel sembiante
senza nube e senza vel.”
“Casta Diva” the aria from the Bellini opera “Norma”, is a passionate call to the Goddess of the Moon for tranquillity and harmony, two characteristics that I want one to experience when drinking this profound wine from a stunning vineyard.
To enjoy the gorgeous fragrance of this Cabernet Franc, decant if the time it requires in bottle is not an option.
Winemaker: Andrea Mullineux
Price raised per case
- 6 x 750ml or equivalent
- Highest: R
- Lowest: R
- Average: R
Packaging
- Bottle Size 750ml
- Case Size: 6 x 750ml
- Cases Produced: 66
- Cases Auctioned: 50
Analysis
- Alc: 14.47 vol%
- RS: 2.4 g/l
- TA: 5.1 g/l
- pH: 3.8
