Paroa Bay Cabernet Franc 2021, Bay of Islands, NZD $80
Intense yet elegant red with ripe cherry/berry, chocolate/mocha, subtle floral and vanilla flavours. An attractively chewy texture with an engaging thread of sweetness that makes it accessible now but with good cellaring potential. (Screwcap)
Score: 94 ★★★★ – view original tasting note
Alcohol: 12%
Ageing: now to 2032
Food: mushroom and bacon fettuccine
Stockists: The Lindis Group (Paroa Bay Wines)
This Article was originally published on The Real Review