The nose is a gorgeous, floral blend of blueberry, tobacco, baking spices and fresh strawberries. On the palate, this high-elevation Cabernet Franc delivers the classic notes of brambly, ripe plums, cassis, and leather. The fruit is primarily plum and currant with hints of baking spices, vanilla, and just a touch of anise with firm, dry tannins that are well-integrated but should also protect the wine for decades of aging. The acidity is slightly softer than usual, resulting in a lengthy finish that is velvety and thick, and hints at the more herbal and earthy influences of the varietal.
