Reviews & Ratings

2021 Red Newt Cellars Cabernet Franc "Finger Lakes"

Winery: Red Newt Cellars

Vintage: 2021

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Finger Lakes"

Wine Category: Cabernet Franc

Grape blend: 100% Cabernet Franc

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Finger Lakes

State or country: NY

Price: $20

Cases produced: unknown

KWG Score: 88.5 (based on 1 review)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (88.5)

Review date: July 22, 2023

Wine Review: This translucent and dark red colored Cabernet Franc from the Finger Lakes is a good value. It opens with a light red plum and pine needle bouquet with hints of fresh mint and red cherry. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied with medium acidity. The mouthfeel is balanced, round and very easy to drink. The flavor profile is a mild red cherry licorice and nutmeg blend with hints of red plum and a touch of fresh mint. The finish is dry and subtle. While this wine is not complex, it is very friendly and versatile. It will pair with many mid-week meals. I would pair it with your favorite burger off the grill. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: The Classic Label Cabernet Franc aims for a pure expression of Cabernet Franc in the Finger Lakes by using only stainless steel rather than oak. Bright cherry and violet fruit on the nose underlain by mineral tension in the midpalate, in many ways this wine uses Cru Beaujolais as a touchstone. Refreshing to drink, it stands as a joyous counterpoint to the influence of oak that our single vineyard Cabernet Franc requires.

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