1996 Beringer Cabernet Franc Third Century

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Score 89/100 · Drink 1998-2006, Robert Parker, Dec 1998

Finesse, elegance, spice, and fruit character can be found in the medium-bodied 1996 Cabernet Franc Howell Mountain. However, its aromatics include a slight touch of menthol/mint. Drink this stylish wine over the next 7-8 years. The single vineyard Cabernet Francs from Howell Mountain are aged in 100% new French oak, which has been soaked up nicely. They are charming, softer, less extracted offering than the single vineyard Merlots or Cabernet Sauvignons. Nevertheless, they are not wimpish wines. Tel. (707) 963-7115; Fax (707) 963-1735

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Critic scores
89
89/100

Average Score

89
89/100

Robert Parker

88
88/100

Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

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88 points
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Score 88/100 · Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

Deep ruby-red. Pretty, high-pitched aromas of cassis, flowers, tar and licorice. Juicy, fruity and firmly structured; quite aromatic in the mouth. Finishes with dusty tannins.

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Beringer
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Colour

Red

Taste

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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