Francis Orban

Francis Ford Coppola Winery

Director's Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon 2016

Aunt Paula’s stash 18 dec 2024. First bottle we tried. Absolutely fantastic. — 3 days ago

St. Francis Winery

Sonoma County Merlot 2021

This wine is quite dark in the glass. The nose brings a powerful whiff of dark fruit and earth, with a hint of smoke behind it. The palate offers a rich, full mouthfeel, with flavors of plum, blackberry, and black cherry out front. There is a mineral-laden earthiness to the taste, a savory herbal streak which always attracts me. The finish is medium long and serves as a reminder of the darkness in the sip. Tannins are semi-smooth and acidity is refreshing. The alcohol certainly doesn’t seem like it’s almost 15%. — 3 months ago

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Francis Ford Coppola Winery

Archimedes Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2021

Very young and could do with some years in the bottle. But after decanting: Lush and powerful fruit bomb with dusty tannins, herbal notes, roasted bell peppers and mocha. Super delicious — 2 months ago

Francis Ford Coppola Winery

Pitagora Sonoma County Petit Verdot Blend

2021 in 2024. Good plumb with a bit of currant. Mild spice. Paired with a red sauce and mild sausage. — 3 months ago

Sharon Roybal
with Sharon

Francis Blanchet

Vieilles Vignes Pouilly-Fumé Sauvignon Blanc

Flint, pear, and green apple. Crisp and bright. Not a ton on the nose but lovely on the palate. — a month ago

Francis Blanchet

Cuvée Silice Pouilly-Fumé Sauvignon Blanc

Vintage unknown, 2021 entered below. Our first Loire S b. Loved it. Couldn’t detect any “fume”. Will try a Sancerre next to compare. At WA Frost w W & friends. — 3 months ago

Francis Ford Coppola Winery

Director's Cut Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2020

Mon M
9.0

Very good paired with tomato based pasta. — 3 months ago

Jon M
with Jon

St. Francis Winery

Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon 2011

John W
8.9

Dark ruby coloration. On the nose, dark berry, cocoa and leather. On the palate, full bodied, dark cherry, dark berry, chocolate, and espresso. Medium tannins. Not complex, but Nice table wine. — 3 months ago