2018 J. Bookwalter Cabernet Franc Suspense Conner-Lee Vineyard

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Score 92/100 · James Suckling, Jun 2021

A medium-bodied red with currants, dried herbs, violets, lemon zest and licorice on the nose. Perfumed and savory with some earthy undertones. Silky tannins and bright acidity lead to a juicy finish. 83% cabernet franc and 17% merlot. Drink now.

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92/100

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92
92/100

James Suckling

92
92/100

Jeb Dunnuck

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92 points
Jeb Dunnuck
Score 92/100 · Drink 2021-2036, Jeb Dunnuck, May 2021

A blend of 83% Cabernet Franc and 27% Merlot, the 2018 Cabernet Franc Suspense has brambly red and dark, almost blue fruits as well as notes of sappy herbs, flowers, and earth. Playing in the medium to full-bodied end of the spectrum, it's nicely textured and has a rather narrow mouthfeel, beautiful purity, and ripe tannins. Opening up nicely with time in the glass, it’s certainly a textbook Cabernet Franc that should evolve for 10-15 years.

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Bookwalter
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Red

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Dry

Under the law of Hong Kong, intoxicating liquor must not be sold or supplied to a minor in the course of business. 根據香港法律,不得在業務過程中,向未成年人售賣或供應令人醺醉的酒類 。
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