It's a shame when a wine reminds me of another wine which
is a different grape. Actually, that's not too bad when
you're introduced to another varietal, but not good when a
Cab Sauv reminds me of a Cab Franc, or even a Ruby Cab.
Well, that's my first thoughts, as I can smell a tannin
laden wood component to the smell, though the color is a
rich inky purple.
However, as you give this wine some time to breath, the
fruit flavors come through. In this case, it is composed of
raspberries, blackberries and dark cherries, moreso than
plumns, but still with the woody nose to it.
The finish is gradual with the taste lasting in your
mouth for a good fifteen seconds after your swallow.'
It will be interesting to see what they would bring out
in a reserve line.
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