A lovely and elegant 65% Cabernet Franc–35% Merlot wine. Engaging bouquet of berry and red currant, with licorice and cedar accents. Lots of hard-driving cherry fruit and earthy, minty elements add complexity. Has very good balance, and sports a long, dry, tasty finish with even tannins. Fine value, too.——W.E.(3/1/2000)—— 91