Harvest: 2001

Varieties: 55% Merlot and 45% Cabernet Sauvignon

Grape harvest: Grapes were hand picked and subject to rigorous selection. The Merlot grapes were harvested in the middle of September and the Cabernet Sauvignon at the end of the month. Grapes were constantly checked for maturity to determine the optimum time for the harvest.

Production: The blend was made using the Merlot and Cabernet Sauvingon varieties with fermentation and maceration lasting 16 to 19 days respectively in stainless-steel tanks. This was followed by ageing in French Allier oak barrels for 18 months. The wine was then finished in the bottle for 10 months.

Date of bottling: 19 May 2003
Production: 11,873 bottles (75 cl)