As Caborcas 2022

This wine exudes class and aromatic depth, with layers of fresh forest fruits, violets and subtle white pepper. There’s a lifted note of grilled herbs and dried meat, alongside mineral accents, wild berries and hints of dried lychee and sauerkraut that add intrigue. On the palate, it has intensity yet remains ethereal — medium-bodied with very fine, almost delicate tannins that offer finesse, structure and impressive length. A fluid edge gives the wine clarity and presence, while a light, well-judged austerity adds tension and restraint in the finish — but with enough weight to follow all the way through. Only 1,950 bottles made. Drink now for its freshness and vibrancy, or hold for two to three years as it unfolds further.

The 2022 As Caborcas was produced with the field blend contained in the 80+-year-old vineyard on terraced granite soils on the banks of the Bibei River. It fermented with indigenous yeasts in small oak and stainless steel vats and matured in small oak vats for 15 months. This is very young and remained closed even after almost one hour in the glass. It keeps the poise and balance, showing its elegance, purity and character but not any heat. It has contained ripeness and 13% alcohol, a pH of 3.85 and 4.95 grams of acidity. 2,002 bottles produced. It was bottled in July 2024.