Peju 2007 Cabernet Franc
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Full body red with a luxurious finish. Hint of vanilla, plum, espresso, herbs, and spice.
The fruit in the Napa Valley Cabernet Franc was specially selected from the Peju organically frown Rutherford Vineyard and sustainbaly farmed Persephone Vineyard. From the crush pad into the cellar, the winemaker then aged the fruit for 18 months in the finest French and American Oak barrels to impart distinctive flavors and provide sound tannin structure.
The 2007 Cabernet Franc was lush garnet in appearance with hues of bright ruby in the glass. Aromas of concentrated plum mingled with spice, red currant, vanilla, and violet awakens the nose. Full bodied and concentrated on the palate with abundant layers of rich plum, blackberry pie, espresso bean, and hints of anise, fresh herbs and white pepper that give way to a soft, luxurious finish.
Varietal Composition: 75% Cabernet Franc, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon
The 2007 Cabernet Franc was lush garnet in appearance with hues of bright ruby in the glass. Aromas of concentrated plum mingled with spice, red currant, vanilla, and violet awakens the nose. Full bodied and concentrated on the palate with abundant layers of rich plum, blackberry pie, espresso bean, and hints of anise, fresh herbs and white pepper that give way to a soft, luxurious finish.
Varietal Composition: 75% Cabernet Franc, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon
Wine Enthusiast - 89 pts
"Spicier than most Cab Francs, with a scour of pepper, but lush and flavorful in red cherries, tobacco and sandalwood. Easy to drink, this fine red wine has lots of interest. Drink now." - Steve Heimoff
Wine Spectator - 87 pts
"An understated style that's fresh and vibrant, with mineral, tobacco, dried currant and dusty sage flavors that are complex and medium- to full-bodied. Drink now through 2016. 972 cases made." –JL
"Spicier than most Cab Francs, with a scour of pepper, but lush and flavorful in red cherries, tobacco and sandalwood. Easy to drink, this fine red wine has lots of interest. Drink now." - Steve Heimoff
Wine Spectator - 87 pts
"An understated style that's fresh and vibrant, with mineral, tobacco, dried currant and dusty sage flavors that are complex and medium- to full-bodied. Drink now through 2016. 972 cases made." –JL
| Aging Potential: | 5-10 Years |
| Alcohol By Volume: | 14.1% |
| Barrel Type: | French Oak, American Oak |
| Body: | Full |
| Color: | Ruby |
| Flavor Pairing: | Herb Roast, Barbecue |
| Food Pairing: | Steak, Poultry, Pork, Fish |
| On the Nose: | Vanilla, Plum, Currant |
| On the Palate: | Plum, Pepper, Espresso, Blackberry |
| Serving Recommendation: | Let it Breathe |
| Texture: | Smooth |
| Varietal: | Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc |
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