Light gold in colour; aromas of lemon and grapefruit give way to silky, mineral-tinged flavours of apple and lemon that have a bright, juicy aspect. Excellent acidity and purity of expression make for a refreshing rendition of Sauvignon Blanc with a nod towards its Bordeaux blanc inspiration marked by the inclusion of 10% Semillon and some time in oak. (The wine is whole-cluster pressed and naturally fermented in barrel without malolactic fermentation but aged on the lees for nine months with gentle bâtonnage.) Made from fruit interplanted with Cabernet Sauvignon from elevations of 1,000–1,400ft in the Les Pavots vineyard.