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Franus 2002 Brandlin Vineyard Zinfandel (Mount Veeder)
- Cellar Selection
- $32
Mount Veeder has shown itself to be one of the greatest homes of Zin, and this stunning wine is proof. Has the most amazing blackberry, blueberry and black cherry fruit, held in check by firm but smooth tannins. Completely dry, at the cost of high alcohol, but remains balanced and flashy.
— S.H.
(5/1/2005)
Franus 1999 Rancho Chimiles Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley)
- $40
Here’s a generous Cab that offers ripe blackcurrant, plum, herb and mocha flavors, and a good amount of toasty oak. It’s very dry, with smooth, dusty tannins. Finishes with a bit of astringency, but may soften up in a few years.
— S.H.
(5/1/2004)
Franus 2001 Brandlin Vineyard Zinfandel (Mount Veeder)
- $22
Starts off with bright raspberry notes in the nose. On the palate, it’s fruity and spicy, with a blend of cherry, plum, cinnamon, toast and vanilla flavors.
— J.M.
(4/1/2004)
Franus 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley)
- $25
This well-made wine has polished flavors of currants, herbs and spices, elaborated with smoky oak. The tannins are lush and sweet. It’s so well structured that you wish it were more concentrated.
— S.H.
(5/1/2004)
Franus 2001 Planchon Vineyard Zinfandel (Contra Costa County)
- $18
A bit rustic in texture, this wine offers a smoky blend of black cherry, spice, mocha and smoke flavors, finishing with a hint of dryness.
— J.M.
(4/1/2004)
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