John and Tracey Skupny are Cabernet Franc champions, sourcing the grape from throughout the North Coast for this wine. High-quality Cab Franc is hard to find in California; it’s finicky about where it grows and is in high demand and a blender for high-end Bordeaux-style blends. So kudos to the Skupnys for continuing to score Cabernet Franc grapes for this blend. Aromas and flavors of cherry liqueur, wild raspberry, vanillin oak and subtle herbs ride a wave of mouthwatering acidity, balanced by supple tannins.
Lang & Reed Wine Co., North Coast (California) Cabernet Franc 2013
By Linda Murphy