extended maceration and long maturation were avoided to preserve the fruit's fresh
It only uses indigenous varieties from the areas where it operates to show the typical nature of these varieties in each of the terroirs where they grow
This sampler showcases six distinctive and interesting Spanish wines
and I can't wait to see how it transforms with time
The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannin on the entry
Domaine Naturaliste Cabernet Franc 2022 Size::1 Bottle extended maceration and long maturation96pts Ray Jordan RayJordanWine. com TOP SCORE EVER FOR THIS WINE FOR THIS PUBLICATION "Dukes started dabbling with this variety a few years ago, and he makes it in an almost no holds barred manner, creating a cabernet franc with structure, purpose, and tremendous power. So if you're used to your cabernet francs that are a little bit wimpish, this ain't one of 'em. Deep blackberry, dark plum, and dark chocolate notes on the nose. A plush, quite supple