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Wednesday, February 22, 2012

Crew Cabernet Franc 2008: Review


Colchester Ridge Estate Winery (Crew)
Harrow, Ontario, Canada
Lake Erie North Shore
VQA
13.8% abv
$17.80 from the winery (Canadian $)

Appearance: bright ruby body with a big ruby-red edge

Aroma: berries with a touch of light spice, the bouquet is light overall

Flavors: red berries that remind me of currant, cranberry, and a hint of raspberry; sweet cherry, mulberry, and a touch of brown spice box.   

Mouthfeel: touch of acidity, a tart note from the cranberry like flavor; soft feel overall, a bit of a watery edge.

To the Point: an okay to decent Cab Franc.  The bouquet and mouthfeel seem to be on the weak side for a Franc wine.  The flavors are tasty but, the watery edge takes way from this.  For under 20 bucks it’s worth a bottle purchase. 

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