The 2021 ‘Estate Vineyard’ Cabernet Franc from Tor is truly exceptional. This wonderful expression opens to a stunning aromatic display of ripe black cherries, cassis, crushed violets, dusty lead, exotic spices and subtle hints of dried herb nuances that emerge from the glass. On the palate this is where this really shines as it unfolds beautifully with each sip, releasing a captivating range of flavors including ripe black cherries, blackberries, exotic spices and traces of milk chocolate. It offers a luxurious full body, with excellent concentration and unparalleled combination of richness and finesse. Everything is held together beautifully with its sweet, polished tannins that are integrated deep into its core. Everything comes together graciously on the utterly seamless finish that leaves behind a lasting impression of the elegance, complexity and remarkable purity of fruit this wine offers. This is a simply sensational Cabernet Franc that is outstanding today, yet also possesses the promise to evolve gracefully over time. With only one barrel produced (roughly 300 bottles), this is extremely limited, if you get the opportunity to grab a bottle of this for your collection, do not hesitate.
| Rating | Value | Drink |
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| 98 |
$300 |
2024-2048 |
| Country | Region | Appellation |
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| United States |
California |
Napa Valley, St. Helena |
| Editor | Issue | Importer |
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| J. D'Angelo |
November, 2023 |
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