Made up of 95% Cabernet Franc and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon aged for 20 months in 50% new French oak, the 2016 Cabernet Franc No. 17 is deep garnet-purple in color with warm red and black cherries and red currant jelly aromas with potpourri, earth and smoked meats plus a waft of tobacco and cardamom. The palate is very vibrant, red fruited, perfumed, firm and grainy with great texture and freshness, finishing very long. 52 cases produced.
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Score: 95+ | October 29, 2018 | Wine Advocate
Score: 96 | October 29, 2018 | Wine Advocate
100% Cabernet Sauvignon aged for 20 months in 68% new French oak, the deep garnet-purple colored 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon No. 1 is scented of cassis, black berries and black cherries with notions of yeast extract, tapenade, menthol, espresso and earth. The palate is full-bodied, firm, lively and refreshing with fine-grained tannins and earthy notions, finishing long. 213 cases produced.
Score: 96 | October 29, 2018 | Wine Advocate
100% Cabernet Sauvignon aged in 62% new French oak for 20 months, the 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon No. 10 is very deep purple-black in color with lovely espresso, baked plums, stewed cherries and crème de cassis with earthy notions plus hints of sandalwood and sautéed herbs. The palate is big, rich, bold and decadent with velvety tannins and wonderful freshness, finishing long and spicy with some meatiness coming through. 222 cases produced.