Knights Valley Cabernet Franc

Dana had this 9 years ago

Still drinks like a very young wine. Dried violets, cherry, herbaceous.

So, I’m of the opinion that Gerhard Reisacher’s sweet spot is Cabernet Franc. This 2009 isn’t quite as good as his 2007 - that is the best 100% cab franc I’ve ever had - but this is damn close. No trace of the bell pepper you typically get from people picking the fruit too early, this is a terrific wine with notes of something reminiscent of roasted chipotle pepper, black pepper, and currant. Medium-to-full bodied palate with a silky, mouthfilling feel leading to a lingering finish. This is nothing like a cab franc from The Loire - pure California - but a terrific wine nonetheless. Winemakers would do well to take lessons from Gerhart on how to handle this varietal.

Starting to fade but still enjoyed it! Very dense- more than I expected but good balance even if a little past its prime.

Solid wine. Crappy pic.

Still tons of red fruit - mainly cherry and currant. Some earthiness but I would not guess it was 9 years old. Feels young still

I would have thought a ‘09 would have been wonderful with the age on it. However this drank very young. Very ripe fruit on the nose. A bit of spice and licorice as well. More fruit on the palate with match sticks and dusty leaves. I mean it drank okay but totally not what I wished for with a Cab Franc.

Lovely inky black cherry deepness. Rich offering

Simply amazing! #NuffSaid

John had this 10 years ago