La Motte, Cabernet Sauvignon, Franschhoek, 2012

Here the fruit comes from Stellenbosch, Paarl, Franschoek, Durbanville and Walker Bay. After fermentation the wine spent 14 months maturing in 225L French barriques (50% new, 25% second and third fill). There is also 15% Merlot blended in which adds to the sweet cassis and blackberry primary fruits alongside an attractive leafiness. Good juiciness, easy tannins and length.