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Cabernet Franc

Gamache

Columbia Valley (WA) · Columbia Valley · United States

Fact sheet

Type
Other
Grape
Cabernet Franc
Country
United States
Region
Columbia Valley (WA) · Columbia Valley
Appellation
Columbia Valley (WA)
Body
medium
Acidity
medium
Tannin
medium
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

grilled meats · aged cheeses · stews · herb dishes

Rated vintages

  • 201386 pts

    Aromas of herb, macerated cherries, toast, flowers and a strong Band Aid note are followed by sleek cherry and game flavors that narrowtoward the finish.

  • 201288 pts

    Vanilla, licorice, herb and woodspice aromas are followed by slightly gritty-feeling cranberry flavors. This wine is interesting, but it doesn't all come together.

  • 201191 pts

    The finest Gamache Cabernet Franc since the 2008, this is arguably the best value in the winery's entire lineup. There's excellent varietal character on display, a mix of blueberries and coffee grounds, and the overall balance is improved by virtue of the cooler 2011 vintage, ke…

  • 201086 pts

    Ripeness seems to be an issue here; the wine has a rather flat, peppery, herbal presence, with little energy to the light red fruit flavors. It will show best with food. Two bottles tasted, same results.