I have a history with this one. Tasted this vintage at the winery from the barrel a year before release. Interesting perspective. Big, fruit forward and obviously young from the barrel. Was excited to buy at release, as my wife and I are big cab franc fans. Was disappointed in the first bottle drunk upon purchase. Not very approachable. Took an entire day to open up. Now, here we are 3-4 years later and it has become an elegant wine. This one should be decanted for at least 3 hours to come into its own. Deep red color, without being opaque or inky. Weak nose. Red fruit in front with earthy tones mid-palate and a touch of cherry at the finish. Nice silky mouth feel with medium/high tannins that are well integrated. I wish it had a bigger finish though.
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6/25/2011 - djlevin wrote: 89 Points
I have a history with this one. Tasted this vintage at the winery from the barrel a year before release. Interesting perspective. Big, fruit forward and obviously young from the barrel. Was excited to buy at release, as my wife and I are big cab franc fans. Was disappointed in the first bottle drunk upon purchase. Not very approachable. Took an entire day to open up. Now, here we are 3-4 years later and it has become an elegant wine. This one should be decanted for at least 3 hours to come into its own. Deep red color, without being opaque or inky. Weak nose. Red fruit in front with earthy tones mid-palate and a touch of cherry at the finish. Nice silky mouth feel with medium/high tannins that are well integrated. I wish it had a bigger finish though.
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5/18/2010 - Vinocrew wrote: 89 Points
once the bottle opened up to drink it was vibriant and flowerly. It was a nice balance.
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4/11/2010 - Vinocrew wrote: 90 Points
well rounded, fruit full for a Cab Franc. Nice purple color, extremely enjoyable.
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2/28/2010 - pinotsandy wrote: 90 Points
Lovely wine. Drank at a tasting with several others definitely the best wine of the evening. Lots of cherry and earthy notes.
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8/31/2008 - dnaknc wrote: 90 Points
Great wine, .....
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