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Bottle$27
Case · 12$243
ABV14.5%
BoldFruit-ForwardOak-AgedFull-BodiedTannic

Michael David Inkblot Cabernet Franc

Michael David Winery doesn't do subtle – and thank goodness for that. Their Inkblot series takes underappreciated grape varieties and turns them into bold, statement-making wines that demand attention.

This Cabernet Franc is like Cab Franc's bodybuilder cousin who spent the summer in the gym while everyone else was lounging at the beach. Lodi's warm climate allows Cabernet Franc to reach a level of ripeness and concentration rarely seen in its traditional Loire Valley homeland.

The result is a wine that maintains the variety's characteristic herb and graphite notes but wraps them in a package of luscious, concentrated fruit. It's perfect for those who appreciate the variety's unique character but prefer their wines with a bit more muscle.

The name 'Inkblot' is fitting – this wine is so dense and dark it could leave a permanent mark on your palate (in the best possible way).

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Details01

StyleRed
Country🇺🇸United States
ABV14.5%

Tasting notes02

Aroma
Pronounced intensityDeepComplex
Fruit
Blackberry jamBlueberry compoteBlack plumCassis
Body
Full-bodiedVelvety tanninsModerate acidityLong finish
Notes
GraphiteCedarDried herbsMochaViolet
Other
Heat-driven ripenessNew oak influenceAgeworthy structure

About Michael David Winery03

California · United States

Michael David Winery is a family-owned winery located in Lodi, California, established by brothers Michael and David Phillips, representing the fifth generation of grape growers in the region. The winery is known for its bold, fruit-forward wines, particularly Zinfandel, and has gained popularity with brands like 7 Deadly Zins, Freakshow, and the Inkblot series which showcases lesser-known varietals like Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Petite Sirah. Their winemaking philosophy emphasizes sustainable farming practices and showcasing the unique character of Lodi wine region.

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