A name change is always interesting and this family owned winery (formerly known as Aure) has decided to flash us their London Born roots right in their name; but the Aure name lingers on certain bottles, like this one. Using 10-20% new wood and a great vintage worth of grapes this Franc has lovely smoky, spicy and black pepper notes along with some mocha, raspberry and strawberry. Pick up what is soon to be a collector’s item, but drink what’s inside now through 2019.  
Price: $19.95 – Rating: ****