The clippers give it away every time, this is the Cabernet Franc from Matthiasson and a firm nod of appreciation to its home back in the Loire. The one critique I would say is that is tastes like it was picked early (as expected from this producer) but maybe a touch too early as the tannins are a little drying and the acidity a little too noticeable, overpowering the finish taking it a little our of balance. A noble effort however as the right fruit and spice aromatics and flavors are present. Have a classic Chinon or if you have had one you know what I mean.
The clippers give it away every time, this is the Cabernet Franc from Matthiasson and a firm nod of appreciation to its home back in the Loire. The one critique I would say is that is tastes like it was picked early (as expected from this producer) but maybe a touch too early as the tannins are a little drying and the acidity a little too noticeable, overpowering the finish taking it a little our of balance. A noble effort however as the right fruit and spice aromatics and flavors are present. Have a classic Chinon or if you have had one you know what I mean.
May 5th, 2016
That's some good Cab Franc. Blue fruits on the nose and palate. Bright, yet rich at the same time. Really well done. Incredible balance. Just wow.
That's some good Cab Franc. Blue fruits on the nose and palate. Bright, yet rich at the same time. Really well done. Incredible balance. Just wow.
Nov 26th, 2015
Certainly the prettiest Napa Cab Franc I've encountered. Floral aromatics really popped after an hour of opening.
Certainly the prettiest Napa Cab Franc I've encountered. Floral aromatics really popped after an hour of opening.
Oct 21st, 2015
PnP. Translucent red color. Bright cherries and strawberries along with green elements on the nose. Earthy, high OH, with some bite on the end. More Burgundy than Cab Franc. Short finish. If guessing blind, Cab Franc would be furthest from my mind.
PnP. Translucent red color. Bright cherries and strawberries along with green elements on the nose. Earthy, high OH, with some bite on the end. More Burgundy than Cab Franc. Short finish. If guessing blind, Cab Franc would be furthest from my mind.
Jun 26th, 2022Seemed over the hill. Biting and tart, with smoke and green components. Very transparent red color.
Seemed over the hill. Biting and tart, with smoke and green components. Very transparent red color.
Apr 9th, 2022
I love this wine.
Nov 23rd, 2018
2 March 2017. Flatiron Wines, New York, NY.
2 March 2017. Flatiron Wines, New York, NY.
Mar 3rd, 2017
kablamo
Nov 15th, 2015
Incredibly light, tons of finesse - Mr. Matthiasson bigged up one of our all time favorite varietals.
Incredibly light, tons of finesse - Mr. Matthiasson bigged up one of our all time favorite varietals.
Oct 24th, 2015
David had this 4 years ago
David had this 4 years ago
Jun 19th, 2020
Napa Valley, California, USA
