2022 J. Bookwalter Cabernet Franc Suspense Conner-Lee Vineyard
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Score 90/100 · Drink 2025-2032, Jeb Dunnuck, Jul 2025
From the Conner-Lee Vineyard, the 2022 Cabernet Franc Suspense is varietally herbaceous and earthy, with jalapeño and dried herb hitting the nose with intensity. Dusty tannins wrap around a supple core of full-bodied ripeness and rich berry. Enjoy another 5-7 years.
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89/100
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90
90/100
Jeb Dunnuck
88
88/100
Erin Brooks, Wine Advocate
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88 points
Erin Brooks, Wine Advocate
Score 88/100 · Drink 2025-2028, Erin Brooks, Wine Advocate, May 2025
The 2022 Suspense Conner Lee Vineyard is a blend of 81% Cabernet Franc and 19% Cabernet Sauvignon matured for 15 months in 35% new oak. It has a deep garnet color and herbal scents of blackcurrant, green bell pepper, tobacco and graphite. The full-bodied palate has concentrated, oak-laced flavors. It’s structured by grippy tannins and rounded acidity and has a warm, oaky finish. 866 cases produced.
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