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CABERNET FRANC

2004 The Scrapper, Cabernet Franc, El Dorado County
Wine Spectator
, Web Only 2007
87 Points
"Ripe, supple and complex plum and black cherry fruit is intense without being heavy, with some ultraripe notes that provide a hint of raisin. Ends with chewy tannins. Drink now through 2011" - James Laube

2003 The Scrapper, Cabernet Franc, El Dorado County
Wine Enthusiast
, October 2006
93 Points, Editors Choice
"It really impresses for its dry finesse, a wine that exhibits true gout de terroir in the earthy, mushroomy flavors with their subtle hint of black cherries and violets."

Wine & Spirits, September 2006
89 Points, Highly Recommended
"Oak softens the earthy, mineral tones of El Dorado fruit in this smooth, smoky black wine. It feels tightly built, ready over the next several years for a grilled steak."

2006 San Francisco International Wine Competition
BRONZE medal

2002 Cabernet Franc, Sierra Foothills
Wine & Spirits, December 2004
87 Points
"A franc interpretation of the foothills, this rustic wine has a ferrous backbone and the warm snap of a pine fire. Built for brisket."

1999 Cabernet Franc, Clos du Lac Vineyard, Placer County
Wine & Spirits, April 2000
88 Points
"Here, the green herb accents and olive fruit character of cabernet franc play against a jazzy acidity energizing this red for grilled bass with green olive tapenade."

1998
The Press Democrat
, February 2000
3 STARS
"Aromas of dill, jalapeno and toasty oak. Balanced and approachable. Nice ripe fruit."

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