Red Newt Cellars 2010 Cabernet Franc

Red Newt Cellars 2010 Cabernet Franc
Producer: 
Red Newt Cellars
Region: 
New York
Country: 
USA
Vintage: 
2010
Alcohol: 
13.7 %
RS: 
3.0 g/l
Acidity: 
5.9 g/l
Closure: 
Cork
Size: 
750 ml
Price: 
$21
Tasted: 
11 October 2011

Medium ruby color. Medium intensity of a dirty fruit aroma and I mean this as a compliment. This Cabernet Franc has a very youthful cherry note, but it also smells of wet leaves and mushrooms. But it's also dangerous. The alcohol level of 13.7% is very well integrated. I did not notice when I tasted the wine at first, but felt it ten minutes later. The acidity is medium(-) and a medium intensity of ripe tannins, perfect for drinking this wine now, but it also means that it should probably be consumed within the next 3-4 years. The palate has a medium intensity of ripe berry flavors with a nice earthy touch. It will pair well with any kind of lighter meat dishes.

In short: 
Good

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