Cabernet Franc

93 points Wine Advocate"The peppery, spicy ad elegant 2019 Appellation San Carlos Cabernet Franc is fresh, varietal, nuanced and complex while keeping the alcohol to a moderate 13.6%, which makes it attractive and easy to drink, with nice balance and...

90 points John Gilman, View from the Cellar Vinous Reverie NotesTasting Notes: Plush and pleasant, with aromas of red fruit and undergrowth on the nose. Supple, round, and delicate on the palate, with soft tannins and nice balance.

92 points John Gilman, View from the Cellar"The Legrand family have been winegrowers in Saumur since the seventeenth century, but Clotilde Legrand became the first female vigneronne in her family when she took over the reins of the family estate in 2014...

95 points James Suckling"Very attractive blueberry and black-cherry aromas with some tarragon undertones. It's full-bodied with chewy tannins that show layers and polish. Needs more time to come together. Try after 2023, but very attractive now." Vinous...

93 points Wine Spectator"This sanguine, mineral-rich red boasts beautiful fruit purity layered with earth and tobacco. Features a fine, chalky tannic frame that encases red berry and crunchy plum notes around a spine of iron. Builds in concentration,...