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16¾/20
Painted Rock Cabernet Franc 2021
Skaha Bench, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, CanadaThe year of the heat dome and low rainfall could have been disastrous for BC wine growers, but at the north end of the Skaha Bench, Painted Rock seems to have avoided any calamities. This might be, strange as it sounds, the most elegant cabernet franc they have made yet. Cool evening temperatures brightened the acidity, adding balance and harmony to a full flavoured red. The grapes were hand picked from a single 3.01 acre block on the estate that hung until November 15. The batches were aged 18 months in 30% new French oak and blended just before being bottled unfiltered. The palate is a rich mix of black and blue fruits, flecked licorice, green peppers, and savoury sagebrush. The finish is long and intense, with dark chocolate and dry baking spices. This would be a fine match with a favourite lamb dish.Tasted: 21 September 2023Tasted by: Anthony GismondiPrices:| BC | $54.99 | 750ml | winery direct, private wine shops |
Grape: Cabernet FrancCSPC: 890327UPC: 626990206309
