| Region: |
Napa Valley, California, United States |
| Varietal: |
Bordeaux Blend |
| Classification: |
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| Importer: |
CA Winery Direct / Local Dist. |
| Score: |
93JD |
| Review: |
“The 2021 Cabernet Franc A.V.A Red Blend checks in as 54% Cabernet Franc, 35% Cabernet Sauvignon, and the balance Malbec that was aged 22 months in barrel. Spiced red plums, black cherries, damp flowers, and leather are just some of the nuances in this puppy, and it's medium to full-bodied, with a ripe, forward, charming style that's already hard to resist. I wouldn't push the aging curve, but I see no reason this shouldn't evolve gracefully for 8-10 years.” |
Staff Notes:
“The 2021 Cabernet Franc A.V.A Red Blend checks in as 54% Cabernet Franc, 35% Cabernet Sauvignon, and the balance Malbec that was aged 22 months in barrel. Spiced red plums, black cherries, damp flowers, and leather are just some of the nuances in this puppy, and it's medium to full-bodied, with a ripe, forward, charming style that's already hard to resist. I wouldn't push the aging curve, but I see no reason this shouldn't evolve gracefully for 8-10 years.” 93, Jeb Dunnuck, Dec 2023
“The 2021 Red Blend of Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley) is 54% Cabernet Franc, 35% Cabernet Sauvignon and 11% Malbec. Bright, effusive aromatics meld into a core of black fruits, licorice, lavender and chocolate. Polished tannins wrap it all together in style.” 93, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Dec 2023