| Rating | 91 |
| Style | Red |
| Blend | Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot |
| Vintage | 2015 |
| Appellation |
Finger Lakes New York USA |
| ABV | 13% |
| Price | $24.00 |
| Print Shelf Talker | |
| Reviewed By | |
| Reviewed | 2019-07-22 |
Perfect For
Dinner Parties, Drinking Outside the Lines, Treat Yo'self
Drink If You Like
Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon , Merlot
Ravines Wine Cellars 'Maximilien' 2015 Review
If you're a New Yorker you’ll be happy to rep this wine with your state pride. It’s a balanced Bordeaux inspired blend with a deep earthy nose of fresh soil, blackberries and cedar (like upstate itself). The palate lightens things up a bit, with that Finger Lakes acidity calming the depth, but not too much. It’s a solid wine and would be enjoyed by everyone at the dinner party. The only catch is this is not an easy wine to find.
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