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Vineland Estates 2006 Cabernet Franc
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Rating:	3,50 (2 Votes)
Date added;:	17.Jun.2008
Author :	Michale Pinkus - Grape Guy

Description What a difference a year makes. Last year’s version of this bargain Franc was loaded with dark fruit and cedar tones and had a shelf life of 5+ years. This new version comes back down to earth, literally – bringing with it vegetal notes, like bell pepper, along with some cranberry and sour cherry. The vegetal disappears in the mid-palate leaving a friendly red berry and byng cherry finish behind. But then let’s look at the growing seasons: 2005 – hot, dry, great growing year and sunny harvest. 2006 hot, dry, good growing season, rainy harvest … here it’s the harvest that made all the difference. Drink your ’06 now while waiting for the ‘05’s to come around and smooth out. This Vineland offering is still a great bargain for Franc.

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Notes Available at the winery and the LCBO - Entered in the 2007 OntarioWineReview Cabernet Franc Challenge

Varietal / Grape Cabernet Franc

Region Niagara

Winery Vineland Estates

Year 2006

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