2008 Hourglass Cabernet Franc Blueline Vineyard

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Score 88/100 · Stephen Tanzer, Vinous, May 2011

(14.8% alcohol; blended with 10% merlot): Bright medium ruby. Aromatic nose combines blueberry, black cherry and licorice pastille; higher-pitched than the superripe merlot. Sweet and lush but nicely savory, with slightly high-toned flavors of licorice, chocolate and coffee. Could use a bit more definition. Finishes with substantial chewy tannins. A bit unrefined but very ripe and stuffed with fruit.

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88
88/100

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87
87/100

Robert Parker

88
88/100

Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

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87 points
Robert Parker
Score 87/100 · Drink 2010-2020, Robert Parker, Dec 2010

The restrained 2008 Cabernet Franc Blueline is made from 90% Cabernet Franc and 10% Merlot. Revealing hints of raspberries, black cherries, black currants and subtle notes of herbs, this medium-bodied, elegant, pure wine can be enjoyed over the next decade or more. Tel. (707) 968-9332; Fax (707) 968-9337

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Hourglass Wines
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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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