Lukas van Loggerenberg told us that his inspiration for this Cabernet Franc (known in certain areas of the Loire region as ‘Breton’) is Chinon, which gets better and better with age, often still drinking well on its 15th, even its 20th birthday. His 2020 ‘Breton’ Cabernet Franc is a wine that is only at the beginning of its journey, already supple and beautiful, but waiting for the next twist of the kaleidoscope to reveal new dimensions. Enjoy it now for its silky, graphite-laced, black cherry exuberance or wait for the next instalment, which will be equally enthralling I’m sure. It’s a cliffhanger of a wine, but we are certain that you will still be enjoying future episodes 15 years at least from now. If so, we look forward to receiving your thank you note (please address it to the Old Vintners Retirement Home). 13% alc. Drink now-2035.

Press review:

Tim Atkin MW: “This brilliant, stylishly refined Cabernet Franc uses equal amounts of fruit from the Polkadraai Hills and Firgrove. Perfumed and refreshing, it's a South African take on a St Nicolas de Bourgueil, all balance, poise and detail. Taut and granitic with gentle, caressing tannins and silky red berry and black cherry fruit. 2023-29.” 95 points

Lukas Loggerenberg: ‘Young Winemaker of the Year’ - Tim Atkin MW