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2004 Wolf Family Vineards Phaedrus
Cabernet Franc, Napa Valley

The Wolf Family's winemaker Karen Culler has produced a phenomenal Cab Franc in the Estate's "Phaedrus" line (guess what that means in Greek). Dosed with a bit of Cabernet Sauvignon for added depth and backbone, the wine boasts a deep, nearly black color with baby oil sheen from its high glycerin content. The nose is nothing short of thrilling, a powerful punch of blackberry, blueberry and cassis that freight trains right up the olfactory passage, leaving aromatic scents of anise, forest floor and a trace of mint in the wake. An immense, extracted wine on the palate, given the density and texture by the aforementioned glycerin, the flavors are every bit as compelling as the scents: big buckets of black and blueberry, framed in fresh herb and spice notes. Long incredibly long finish goes from berry, to herb garden to sweet black pepper and plum skin seamlessly. Good acidity and surprisingly robust tannins for a Franc, we’ll put this up against anybody’s. Do NOT miss out.

$34.99

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