A blend of 74% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc, 3% Malbec and 3% Petit Verdot, I suspect the 2015 Magna Praemia is the best wine produced to date at this micro estate. Aged in a combination of French and American oak (40% new), it's cedary on the nose, but actually less so than the other wines, with deep scents of cassis seasoned with hints of vanilla. Full-bodied and supple, it's plush and creamy in texture on the palate, adding chocolate and velvety notes on the finish.

A blend of 71% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc, 5% Petit Verdot and 3% Malbec, the 2013 Magna Praemia has a medium to deep garnet-purple color and pronounced, spicy nose of cloves, anise and fenugreek over a core of blackcurrants, blackberries and chocolate-covered cherries plus a waft of cigar box. Medium to full-bodied, rich and concentrated in the mouth, it has a firm foundation of grainy tannins and lively acid supporting the taut fruit layers, finishing with great length.

A blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot, 5% Malbec and 3% Cabernet Franc, the 2012 Magna Praemia has a deep garnet-purple color and expressive nose of warm blackberries, blueberries and black plums with touches of chocolate, menthol, dried Provence herbs and cloves. Medium to full-bodied and densely packed with layers of black fruits and baking spices supported by firm grainy tannins and lively acidity, it finishes with great length. 224 cases were produced.