Paxton Queen of the Hive Shiraz Mataro otima with the barrels (mostly Tonnelerie

with the barrels (mostly Tonnelerie Rousseau) being topped up once a week and racked two or three times during the entire period of elevage

and with a gentle pressing

predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon wine is typical of the Saint-Estèphe appellation

000-litre oak vats

the key aspect of this Yquem is the extremely tight picking window

Paxton Queen of the Hive Shiraz Mataro otima with the barrels (mostly TonnelerieThe Queen of the Hive produces the bees that have a vital role in maintaining natural balance & eco health in our world. Bees keep plants & crops alive through pollination & without bees, humans would struggle to survive. Bees only survive & thrive in chemical free environments, hence why our certified biodynamic, estate vineyards in McLaren Vale are home to so many bee hives & their powerful, tireless Queens. To all the Queens we salute you!