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2024 Lamoreaux Landing Cabernet Franc "Yellow Dog Vineyard Unoaked"

Lamoreaux Landing 2024 Yellow Dog Unoaked Cabernet Franc

Winery: Lamoreaux Landing

Vintage: 2024

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Yellow Dog Vineyard Unoaked"

Wine Category: Cabernet Franc

Grape blend: 100% Cabernet Franc

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Finger Lakes

State or country: NY

Price: $26

Cases produced: unknown

KWG Score: 92 (based on 2 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (91)

Review date: July 15, 2026

Wine Review: This clear and pale ruby colored Cabernet Franc from Lamoreaux Landing opens with a loam and mild raspberry bouquet with hints of sandalwood and black cherry. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied with integrated medium plus acidity. The mouthfeel is nicely balanced, smooth, seamless, and a bit zesty. The flavor profile is a black pepper and macerated black cherry blend with notes of black tea and graphite. I also detected hints of licorice, nutmeg, and loam. The finish is dry, and its flavors, acidity, and faint fine tannins drift away nicely. I would pair this Cab Franc with your favorite carnitas burrito recipe. I also tried it chilled and some mochaccino flavors emerged. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: Black cherry aromas with hints of coffee and strawberry define this ruby hued Yellow Dog Vineyard Cabernet Franc. The velvety palate delivers cherry and chocolate flavors with black tea undertones. Rich texture and smooth tannins make this versatile with pork, grilled fennel, or chocolate desserts with raspberries.

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