After a recent tasting at Queylus, where I was impressed enough by their staple wines: Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, and why not, they’re made by the incomparable Thomas Bacheldar – a Burgundian purist – but I was even more impressed by some of his Bordeaux-style outputs, like this Cabernet Franc (with 14% Merlot added). Very smoky with cigar box, violet/floral and intensity of spice; there was also a richness of dark fruit and a mineral component that added interesting layers to the wine. Plus the acidity and spice helped carry the wine to a long finish.  Price: $34.95 – Rating: **** ½