ON-237065

Southbrook Triomphe Cabernet Franc 2008, VQA Niagara On The Lake, Niagara Peninsula, Organic & Demeter Certified Vineyard

Cabernet Franc Cabernet Franc
Ontario, Canada

$19.95 (237065)

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April 30, 2011

Critic Reviews (3)

David Lawrason
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David Lawrason

This is a nicely elegant, dense wine for a cab franc from the 2008 vintage – one of the better francs from the...

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Sara d'Amato
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Sara d'Amato

Pleasant aromatics of spicy green and red pepper, juicy red currant and oak spice. Palate is supple and giving...

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John Szabo, MS
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John Szabo, MS

Light, dilly, high-toned (volatile) aromas, with tomato leaf, celery stems and other wood-derived flavours. Warm,...

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Community Reviews (1)

Eric Gustavo
Eric Gustavo

Not really mentioned by others here: oak is very present. The fruit, however, is pleasantly plush for an 08 and shows distinct varietal character, so the wine works for those who are inclined toward an american-oaked style.

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