Ron from VA

9.2

What a fantastic true varietal representation - 100% pinotage grown and managed by an authentic South African winemaker (Riann) - what a brilliant medium weight profile with Rich, blue and black fruit woven with threads of spice. Grown about 1hr south of Charlottesville this is such an affordable gem to pick up for when the food calls for this profile — 7 days ago

Ron from VA

9.0

My previous bottles were from the 2011 vintage. This was a decent year for ripening and Riann made good use of round CF and Merlot profiles. Suprising balance with this one - acid and tannin were countered by even fruit distribution from entry to finish. I will probably grab another from Greenwood Market. Good value at 24$. — 9 years ago

Parker Campanella

9.6

Smooth berry jammy — 10 years ago

Robin Hinkle

9.7

Phil's favorite red — 13 years ago

Ron from VA

9.2

12yrs old (from an avg/classic VA vintage)….and just singing a lovely cover song of CF! No raspberry or cranberry here - a rare terroir expression: dried red cherries accented by French herbs. Delightful more feminine style. — 2 years ago

Ron from VA

9.1

Love, love, loved it....easily had another 5 years of cellar runway! The acidity was still fresh and starting to condense. Nice dark cheery palate. — 9 years ago

Michaiah Alford

9.1

Picked up at the winery during a weekend of camping and wine tasting -- enjoyed on its own. $25. — 10 years ago

Matthew W.

9.0

Red fruit, leather, spice. — 11 years ago

Ron from VA

9.1

Again, brilliant! Far more Chinon/Old World than 99.5% of the CF in the Mid Atlantic. While bit more body than the ‘16, but day 2 & 3 showed how much potential this has in the cellar :) — 6 years ago

Ron from VA

9.2

I am a real fan of the folks making this refined build. They have intentionally crafted a mild, round, feminine-style Franc by using an Italian steam-bent cask. The benefits of oak aeration without taking on the toast/caramel notes. 20$ super value! Pure and clean, taste the terroir with this one!! — 8 years ago

Stephanie D.

9.0

Full bodied with lots of lush pineapple, yum! — 10 years ago

Jordy Davidson

10

I don't typically enjoy reds, but this was different. So fruity and light. Mildly sweet. This wine is made by Democracy Vineyards in Lovingston, VA. 750mL 12.5% — 12 years ago