Colgin, IX Estate other_regions 31% Cabernet Franc

31% Cabernet Franc

new leather

this warm vintage expression puts a lot of its fruit depth and personality upfront in a confident and no-fuss manner

perfect structure and a very long finish

chargrill and scorched earth

Colgin, IX Estate other_regions 31% Cabernet Franc(69% cabernet sauvignon, 13% merlot, 11% cabernet franc and 7% petit verdot), Saturated ruby. Blackberry, spices and graphite on the nose. Broad and rich but also magically airy in the mouth, with compelling perfume to the dark fruit and mineral flavors. A very dark, deep, young wine with terrific finishing grip. Here, too, the substantial tannins will require at least five years of patience. Stephen Tanzer