I last opened a 2009 of this Cab Franc in 2019. Now, with another 4 years under its belt, this wine has emerged as mature and smooth. When I drank it a few years ago, the green pepper was strong and distinctive. Now the flavors are harmonious...enough red fruit to make this very interesting with a really long finish. I'm glad I waited for it to age.
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Dusty cherry and leather, along with subtle hints of vanilla, jalepeño, and cloves on the nose. Coffee becomes prominent with more time in the glass. The palate has some really nice cherry and tobacco notes. Perfect balance of acidity and tannins. A very nice Cab Franc!
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This Cab Franc is definitely not from Loire! Generous, almost opulent fruit with well integrated tannins, vegetal notes and a hint of vanilla from the barrels. Perfect to drink now.
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3/26/2023 - nedster Likes this wine: 93 Points
I last opened a 2009 of this Cab Franc in 2019. Now, with another 4 years under its belt, this wine has emerged as mature and smooth. When I drank it a few years ago, the green pepper was strong and distinctive. Now the flavors are harmonious...enough red fruit to make this very interesting with a really long finish. I'm glad I waited for it to age.
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10/17/2019 - kkleg Likes this wine: 93 Points
Dusty cherry and leather, along with subtle hints of vanilla, jalepeño, and cloves on the nose. Coffee becomes prominent with more time in the glass. The palate has some really nice cherry and tobacco notes. Perfect balance of acidity and tannins. A very nice Cab Franc!
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2/18/2017 - larsum Likes this wine: 93 Points
This Cab Franc is definitely not from Loire! Generous, almost opulent fruit with well integrated tannins, vegetal notes and a hint of vanilla from the barrels. Perfect to drink now.
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12/12/2015 - rbs1 Likes this wine: 93 Points
Great Wine! Fatastic 100% Cab Franc
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4/30/2015 - marcellevi Likes this wine: 91 Points
Excellent. Spicy pepper - needs food. Had w/ spicy sausage and was a great pairing.
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