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Tasting notes
Score 89/100 · James Suckling, Feb 2019

Quiet a lot of menthol character, as well as blackberry purée and dried elderberries with some raisins. Bold on the palate with chewy tannins and a fruit-forward finish. Drink now.

Critic scores

Critic scores
89
89/100

Average Score

89
89/100

James Suckling

89
89/100

Antonio Galloni, Vinous

More reviews and scores

89 points
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Score 89/100 · Drink 2020-2031, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Dec 2018

The 2016 Cabernet Franc is resonant and unctuous in the glass, with tremendous fruit density that powers through to the finish. Raspberry jam, white chocolate, spice, rose petal and new leather all fill out the wine's ample yet mid-weight frame effortlessly. This is another very pretty and complete wine from Barnett.

90 points
Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW, Wine Advocate
Score 90/100 · Drink 2019-2030, Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW, Wine Advocate, Oct 2018

Blended of 94% Cabernet Franc and 6% Merlot, the deep purple-black colored 2016 Cabernet Franc reveals a nose of raisin cake and baked plums with touches of Chinese five spice, hoisin and sautéed herbs. Full-bodied with mouth-filling baked fruits and raisiny layers, it has a chewy texture and somewhat tart finish.

About the producer

Barnett Vineyards
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Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

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