2018 Duemani Cabernet Franc
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Certified organic and biodynamic (Demeter). Clay-limestone soils. Purple-crimson hue. Slight reduction on the nose but a ripeness to the fruit. Plum and cherry notes. Exudes a certain power. Some sweetness on the mid palate but cut by the acidity and chalky tannins. Slightly chewy finish. (JL)
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James Lawther MW, jancisrobinson.com
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The 2018 Duemani, 100% Cabernet Franc, is polished, classy and sensual. It is one of the most polished wines I have ever tasted here. Fine tannins frame a core of red fruit, rose petal, lavender, spice and blood orange. The 2018 is perhaps not as varietally expressive as in some editions, but it more than makes up for that with its grace. There is a feeling of youthful austerity that emerges with time in the glass.
An organic and biodynamic wine, the 2018 Cabernet Franc Duemani presents a thick and nearly impenetrable wall of dark fruit, pressed blackberry, spice, smoky tar and tobacco. This wine shows impeccable aromatic integration with the high notes and the baritone notes delivered in beautiful synchronization. This wine outpaced my initial expectations following my first tasting of this vintage from barrel. The tannins are integrated and there is a sweet, fruity note on the full-bodied close.
Lots of blackberry and fresh-herb aromas, as well as wet earth. Some green peppercorns. Full-bodied, yet polished and in check. Lovely, ripe tannins. Licorice aftertaste. Serious.