Hester Creek Block 3 Reserve Cabernet Franc 2016

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Golden Mile Bench, Oliver, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, CanadaWe first tasted the 2016 Cab Franc back in 2018 when Block 3 turned fifty, a rare feat in our young wine industry. This was fermented on its skins after a gentle press and aged in a combo of French (75%) and American (25%) oak barrels for 18 months before release. Perfumed cassis, wild blackberry, thorns, and violets coat the entire palate, cushioned by structured tannins and centred on a juicy, cool black plum core. Cedar lingers on the sticky finish. Six years down the road, it is still reasonably rambunctious with peppery, woody clove notes and bright acidity poking through. Think of lamb chops or a classic Osso buco recipe.Tasted: 21 July 2024Tasted by: Prices:

$28.95

750ml

winery direct, private wine shops

Producer: Hester Creek Estate WineryDistributors: Revelry Import Company
Grape: Cabernet FrancCSPC: 467332UPC: 626037001157

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