Rockway Vineyards 2018 Cabernet Franc

Golf course or winery? 

It's both and thank goodness, or we be missing out on this delightful 2018 Franc

Rockway Vineyards 2018 Cabernet Franc

 

THE WRITTEN REVIEW

I would not put 2018 into the pantheon of great Ontario vintages - but it proved to be adequate, and when it comes to Cabernet Franc sometimes that's all you need; which is why it has become a staple-grape in Ontario. This wine proves to be soft across the palate with nice black raspberry, blackberry, subtle tobacco, and herbal character, bordering on wet tobacco leaf - a hint of tannin bite and a little smokiness joins the fray for good measure. There's also a nice intensity on the finish.  Rating: ****

 

Rockway 2017 Cabernet Franc, Small Lot (Ontario Wine Review #452)

Kicking off the 2022 series with a fun video for a wine from Rockway, you'll see what I mean

Rockway 2017 Cabernet Franc, Small Lot 

($27.00 - available at the winery and online)

 

The Written Review ... 

A very palate friendly Cabernet Franc endeavour that opens up nicely and delivers from the nose to the palate: aromas of raspberry, cherry, mocha and tobacco with a subtle woodiness ... On the palate there's a plethora of fun including black cherry, tobacco leaf, mocha, and white pepper with a good tannin structure on the finish. It's pretty much a ready to drink wine, but still has the potential for another 3-plus years of cellaring.  Price: $27.00 - Rating: ****

Rockway 2017 Small Lot Syrah - Alter Ego (Ontario Wine Review #410)

This wine by the former winemaker was his swan song, and his "drop the mic" moment : 

 

Rockway Vineyards 2017 Small Lot Syrah - Alter Ego 

($28.00 each - available at the winery and online)

 

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