When Turnbull launched in 1979 it was with the goal of producing excellent Cabernet Sauvignon. Of course, at the time there was a lot of excellent Cabernet in the market. But as many Napa Cabernets chose to make enormous and heavy-handed wines, Turnbull chose a different direction. The craftsmanship of this is an homage to Old-School Napa Cabernet - those wines not often made anymore that truly prized the plot of land and extolled the fruit over the use of high brix and lots of oak. So if you want to taste Cabernet the way it used to be, this will complement any occasion.
This is 100% Cabernet Franc from Argentina. Garnet in color, mostly opaque and bright. The nose has black cherries, slight green tobacco notes and a bit of sea air. Medium bodied. Medium tannins. Moderate acidity. On the palate, black cherry fruit with a bit of Anise. Good finish. This is dry but ripe. It drinks easily on its own with just a bit of complexity. It should work well with meat or pasta dishes. Drink over the next five to seven years. very nice value!
