Kadette Cabernet Sauvignon

Fermentation took place in open-top concrete fermenters at 28°C. The floating skins were punched down mechanically every two hours during fermentation. The juice was drawn off the skins after 3 to 5 days. After malolactic fermentation, the wine was matured for 12 months in 225L French Nevers oak barrels.

The 2022 vintage was the latest in the past 25 years, about two weeks later than normal. A proper cold winter with sufficient rain resulted in a budbreak that was two weeks late. The earlier part of the season was quite cool, with December showing lower maximum and minimum temperatures. January was more moderate with a couple of hot days. These slow ripening conditions led to concentrated fruit development and palate weight.

The wine was aged for 12 months in second and third-fill 225L French Nevers oak barrels.