Availability: Direct from winery here
Cost: $31.99 + taxes
Alcohol: 14.5%
Production: 784 cases
Date Tasted: June 28th, 2018
Tasting Notes: Another stellar vintage for Cabernet Franc, handled with precision and care by Tinhorn Creek who have helped elevate the prestige of the less-planted Cab in the Okanagan Valley. This reserve Franc spends a year in oak before being blended with 15% Merlot sourced from the same Diamond Back Vineyard along the Black Sage Bench, then it's returned to barrel for another 6 months prior to bottling.
Absolutely seductive on the sweet herbs'n'spice and dark berry scented nose. A dry palate follows with a similar flavour profile, enhanced by cocoa and anise notes and boasting the unique ability to taste both smooth and vibrant with grippy tannins, lifted acidity and a long, silky finish where spice and a touch of blood orange lingers. Ready to go now. Drink 2018-2023.
- Liam Carrier ©copyright 2018 IconWines.ca
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