Lakewood Vineyards Lakewood Vineyards Cabernet Franc 2022 750ml

A bright, tangy lift of red berries, fennel fronds and a medley of dried herbs awaits, with a cocoa powder note behind. The palate is light-to-medium bodied and strikes a balance between silky berry fruit, fresh acidity and chalky tannins. A well made cool climate example of this barbecue-friendly style for an every day drinking price.

A translucent cranberry hue, this vintage of Lakewood's Cab Franc—a cooler one than 2020—is an introverted wine. It doesn't feel closed, just quiet. The faint red-fruit, floral and spice aromas wave a pinky in the air while the crunchy acidity is more outward, framed with a soft smudge of tannins.