Recognition

“Definitely one for the cellar.” 90 Points | Ken Gargett | Wine Pilot– Tapanappa Whalebone Vineyard Merlot Cabernet Franc 2019

Author: Ken Gargett
Source: Wine Pilot
Review Date: Aug 2024

Everything about this wine suggests it is one for the long haul. Both the Merlot and Cabernet Franc come from the Whalebone Vineyard. The blend is 55% Merlot and 45% Cab Franc with blending only just before a seventeen month maturation period in barriques. After destemming and a short cold soak, an eleven day ferment and then seven days on skins. 470 dozen, under cork. This is deep red. The toasty oak is to the fore here. Notes of chocolate, black fruits, coffee grinds, dried herbs and plums, the wine has serious concentration, but impeccable balance. Poise, focus, very fine if slightly firm tannins and excellent length. Definitely one for the cellar.

90 Points

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