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This cuvée was vinified by previous domaine owner Xavier Caillard of Les Jardins Esméraldins, made with grapes from a 70-year old parcel with south-east facing exposure. 10 days of whole bunch maceration with a few punchdowns, followed by aging for 4 years in stainless steel and another 4 years in barrel. Les Jardins de la Martinière, in consultation with Xavier, decided to bottle the cuvée in 2022. 

This is a deep and brooding expression of Cabernet Franc that has evolved gracefully with the extended élevage. Layers of earth and dried dark fruits have integrated beautifully with the barrel aging. 

Les Jardins de la Martiniere

The former property of Xavier Caillard, the famed Anjou chenin and cabernet franc producer has been brought back to life by a Japanese transplant, Kaya Tsutsui with some help from natural wine legend, Hirotake Ooka. They are looking to continue Xavier's tradition of long elévage, though it's hard to come straight out with 15 year old wines, so they have released some younger beginning the long aging process on new wines. The property is stunning, with 3 hectares of vibrant vineyards around an ancient house with deep tuffeau caves. Very exciting new arrival that we've been patiently waiting for for over 5 years.