Thursday, September 28, 2006
Lucas Vineyards 2003 Cabernet Franc
I'm going a little farther afield in this post tonight. Since I'm planning on going to the Finger Lakes, NY to pick up some grapes in a few weeks, I decided to get into the mood by opening a bottle that my wife and I picked up during a wine-tasting trip to the Finger Lakes last year.
Lucas Vineyards 2003 Cabernet Franc. A bold, beautiful red wine. Estate grown grapes, 12% abv. It starts with a wonderful cherry/raspberry nose. Smooth over the tongue with pronounced berry notes. Just a bit of a tannic bit on the back of the tongue. This is a great example of the potential of eastern wine-making, especially in the Finger Lakes area.
Making me thirsty for more... The winery overlooks Cayuga Lake just north of Ithaca. If you go, save room for dessert. There's a home-made ice cream stand just down the road. Cayuga Lake Creamery makes their own ice cream and are definitely not stingy with their portions.
Regards,
a Wine Student
Lucas Vineyards 2003 Cabernet Franc. A bold, beautiful red wine. Estate grown grapes, 12% abv. It starts with a wonderful cherry/raspberry nose. Smooth over the tongue with pronounced berry notes. Just a bit of a tannic bit on the back of the tongue. This is a great example of the potential of eastern wine-making, especially in the Finger Lakes area.
Making me thirsty for more... The winery overlooks Cayuga Lake just north of Ithaca. If you go, save room for dessert. There's a home-made ice cream stand just down the road. Cayuga Lake Creamery makes their own ice cream and are definitely not stingy with their portions.
Regards,
a Wine Student
