Dry and balanced, but with a tough, raw streak that seems to come from unripe grapes. You want a soft opulence in Cab Franc, and even with some modest cherry flavors, this one doesn’t have it.——S.H.(5/1/2007)—— 84

Cabernet Franc, used in Bordeaux blends and on its own in the Loire, is difficult to make into a complex wine in California. This bottling starts with aromas of black raspberry and spearmint, and drinks soft and fruity. It’s a good wine, but on the simple side. ——S.H.(2/1/2001)—— 85