2007 Winemakers' Collection Andrea Franchetti Cuvée No 3 Château
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In theory anyway the proprietor of Tenuta di Trinoro in southern Tuscany and Passopisciaro in Etna drew the short straw in terms of vintages. We're told on the back label that he favours late picking and the use of small fermentation vessels. Quite an evolved mid ruby and real evidence of development on the nose even though it is not especially intense. Gentle, subtle nose with hints of warm hazelnuts. Definitely ready but in the undertow on the palate there is real excitement and vigour. It's a pleasure to taste a wine in which all the youthful elements have knit together. Most impressive finish. Good freshness but no excess acidity. A delightful wine that seems very 'happy in its own skin'. Great evidence that quality and intensity do not necessarily go hand in hand. (JR)
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87% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Cabernet Franc, 11% Merlot. Several suggestions as to who the black and white photograph of Franchetti on the label most resembles: Austin Powers was one popular suggestion. See background here . Gentle and sweet. Acidity a bit obvious. But one of the gentler Médoc 2007s. Easy. Frank. Clean. With some energy. Drink soon! Very brave to go so light… Very different from the mainstream and, I’m told, achieved by dint of very strict pruning, but the bottle is far too heavy. (JR)