Jacob Franklin
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Jacob Franklin 2009 Chavez-Leeds Vineyard Petite Sirah (Napa Valley)
- $45
The vineyard is in Rutherford, and the wine shows the dusty tannins that this commune is famous for. They’re an integral part of the palate experience, along with lush, plush blackberry, plum, charred meat, dark chocolate, black pepper and anise flavors. Impressive for the way it tackles Petite Sirah’s rustic character and imposes true Napa elegance. Drink now–2017.
— S.H.
(6/1/2012)
Jacob Franklin 2009 Hayne Vineyard Petite Sirah (Napa Valley)
- Cellar Selection
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- $65
The vineyard, which is in St. Helena, certainly yielded grapes that were ripe, to judge by this wine’s flavors. It’s gigantic in berries, cherries, mocha and spices that are jammy and sweet. The best thing about it are the tannins, which are smooth and complex. Give this flashy young Petite Sirah a couple years to integrate and mellow.
— S.H.
(5/1/2012)
Jacob Franklin 2007 Hoffman Lane Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley)
- $65
Made in the modern style, this Cabernet is dark in color, soft in acids and tannins, and enormously fruity. The flavors of blackberries, blueberries, mocha and roasted nuts suggest sweetened granola candy. It’s a flashy wine that impresses for its sheer power. Drink now-2015.
— S.H.
(5/1/2012)
Jacob Franklin 2007 #50 Mon Chou Red (Napa Valley)
- $55
Marked by enormously ripe, powerful fruit flavors, this wine explodes with jammy blackberries, cherries and red plums. Oak adds even richer notes of toast and sweet caramel. Drink this deliciously soft wine now.
— S.H.
(5/1/2012)
Jacob Franklin 2010 Massa Ranch Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley)
- $26
The vineyard is in Yountville, and the wine shows plenty of the zesty acidity that marks this cool portion of Napa Valley. The wine also exhibits ripe flavors of oranges, Meyer lemons, kiwi fruit and sweet limes.
— S.H.
(5/1/2012)
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