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Wednesday, August 4, 2021 - This is arguably from some of the oldest vines of Cabernet Franc in the whole of France, probably more than 100 years old (claims to be planted in 1904!). And this is so typical of CF from central Loire: Still deep purple, almost black in color, but without any signs of excessive extraction. Typical nose of black, sour cherries, some dark chocolate, and a whiff of green peppers. Medium bodied attack, high acidity, a sour-sweet cherry fruit dominates the mid-palate, while the aftertaste is complemented by minerals (iron and graphite) and some wood. High acidity and a somewhat dry finish tips the wine wine somewhat off balance, but the elegant fruit and minerals still manage to dominate. The second vintage of this wine, so I guess newer vintages will be even better. Drink now or keep for five to ten years.

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