| Rating | 85 |
| Style | Red |
| Variety | Cabernet Franc |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Appellation |
Napa Valley Napa County North Coast California USA |
| ABV | 14.5% |
| Price | $55.00 |
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| Reviewed | 2020-07-29 |
Perfect For
Host/Hostess Gifting, Sweet Tooth Cravings, Wine And Cheese Night
Drink If You Like
Merlot, Pinot Noir , Syrah / Shiraz
Maxville Lake Winery 'Maxville' Cabernet Franc 2016 Review
This wine is balanced and smooth. It’s not very cabernet Franc-y, as it doesn’t have those savory peppery and earthy notes, instead, it’s dosed with a ton of oak and smells more like sweet, aged balsamic and cherries. So if you're looking for a wine with that inherent Cab Franc character it’s not here, but this will probably appeal to a red blend drinker and could be a safe gift for a host who's wine tastes you don't know well.
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