2016 Anjou, Cabernet Franc, Clau de Nell, Loire

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2016 Anjou, Cabernet Franc, Clau de Nell, LoireFrom 45 year old vines, macerated for 30 35 days ("just infusion, no extraction") and aged in old barrels for 12 months plus six months in tanks, the 2016 Anjou Cabernet Franc is pure and intense on the nose that reveals finely concentrated raspberry, red cherry and tobacco aromas. Pure, intense and fresh on the palate, this is a silky textured, refined, elegant red with fine tannins and vibrantly mineral acidity. Tart on the finish but full of

and a sense of place

We both agreed we rather liked “resonant E Volumes are up 50 percent but Étienne warned us that the run of short vintages has depleted their reserves

The palate is cleansing

The 1994 Masseto is not a wine I have had often

While the final botanical list remains secret

with remarkable depth and more than enough pure intensity to drink well for another 15-20 years

Dow traditionally produce a drier and more fragrant style of Port than its siblings in the Symington Family fold

gingerbread and honeysuckle

all layered with a delicate woody scent

done 64% in oak

holding its own among its older and more established siblings in the Frapin range

expressive aromatics