Poplar Grove is one of my favourite wine makers of red wines in British Columbia. They make full bodied, rich and savoury wines, just like this Cabernet Franc. Made with 100% Cabernet Franc grapes, maturation took place in French oak for 21 months, with 9 months in bottles before release and alcohol coming in at 14.8%.
This wine opens up with aromas of cherry, plum, tobacco leaves, bell pepper, sage and vanilla notes. On the monthfeel full bodied and spicy, lively acidity and silky tannins. Very good length and energy on the finish with flavours of red fruit and savoury herbs wrapped in fine tannins. Drinking well now or hold 2-3 more years, score 91 points.
Purchased at the 2011 Vancouver Playhouse Wine Show at $34.90
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