2008 Cabernet Franc -

February 8, 2012

Steven Tanzer's International Wine Cellar: May/June 2011 Issue 156

Rating:91

Bright ruby-red. Aromatic nose combines black fruits, licorice, violet, wild herbs and graphite. Densely packed and juicy, with nicely integrated acidity and lively spice and floral notes giving verve to the mid-palate. Here, too, the percentage of new oak is down from past vintages. This firmly built wine finishes with ripe tannins and lingering sweetness. I like this style.

2008 Pride Cabernet Sauvignon

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: December 23, 2011: Issue 198

Rating: 91

The 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon is a beautiful wine graced with expressive red fruit, flowers, licorice and tobacco. This mid-weight, understated wine impresses for its focus, length and fine overall balance. Floral notes round out the fleshy, generous finish. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2020.

February 8, 2012

Wine Enthusiast, August, 2011

Rating: 93

Hugely delicious, just a joy to drink. So soft and velvety, so rich in blackberry jam, cassis and chocolate flavors, with the tannins so smooth and round. Really wonderful over the next few years, although the softness and high alcohol suggest it's not an ager.