2021 Foxen 7200 Tinaquaic Vineyard Cabernet Franc [JD97][V94][WE92]

Producer: Foxen Vineyard  
Region: Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, California 
Varietal: Cabernet Franc 
Year: 2021 

Jeb Dunnuck, 97 Points 

"The 2021 Cabernet Franc Tinaquaic Vineyard Heritage Collection is cut from the cloth as the straight vineyard release, although possibly slightly darker in style. Brought up in all new barrels, its saturated purple hue is followed by a killer perfume of red and black currants, sagebrush, spring flowers, tobacco, and violets. Rich, medium to full-bodied, and concentrated on the palate, with gorgeous tannins, it's another sensational expression of Cabernet Franc from this team that will benefit from 2-4 years of bottle age and evolve gracefully over the following decade. Bravo!" 

Vinous, 94 Points

"The 2021 Cabernet Franc Tinaquaic Vineyard is a rich, explosive wine.  Deep, ample and layered, the 2021 offers a compelling mix of varietal character and Santa Maria savoriness.  Dark red cherry, plum, espresso, dried herbs and menthol are all dialed up to the maximum.  This is a gorgeous wine in every way." 

Wine Enthusiast, 92 Points 

"Fluffy purple-flower aromas meet with boysenberry jam and bittersweet chocolate on the nose of this bottling. There's firm tension to the palate, where vibrant purple fruit and flower flavors stay fresh atop the feathery tannins." 

Alcohol: 15% 

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