Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, CanadaWe're tasting this with the benefit of another year in bottle, and the wine's all the better for it. Some tertiary character is starting to emerge and the tannins are beginning to relent and soften. The dark berry fruit is still ripe and opulent, complemented by lifted aromatics of dried florals and herbs, pepper, and cedar. Fans of bold cabernet franc will find a lot to like here, and it's likely still 2-3 years from peak. Sourced from three Oliver-based vineyards: Foundation, Bella and Coyote Bell.Tasted: 27 June 2021Tasted by: Prices:
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$31.99
750ml
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Producer: Church & State WineryDistributors: BCWineshop Grape: Cabernet FrancCSPC: 282020UPC: 840098125468
Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, CanadaThe 2017 franc is a mix of three vineyard sites: Foundation, Bella, and Coyote Bowl in the south Okanagan. This youthful cab franc opens with ripe black cherry, and a wealth of rich tannins mixed with savoury black pepper. The back end is fresh and floral, helping to balance the picture. This will need five to seven years in the bottle to find its feet, but it should be a good one down the road. If you need to drink now, steak is the best option to tackle the youthful tannins.Tasted: 12 August 2020Tasted by: Prices:
BC
$31.99
750ml
winery online/direct
Producer: Church & State WineryDistributors: BCWineshop Grape: Cabernet FrancCSPC: 282020UPC: 840098125468
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