Bold maroon hues hint at this wines intensity. Scents of vanilla, cedar and dried herbs rise from the glass. The palate is layered with flavors of black cherry, currant and baking chocolate with hints of cracked black pepper leading to the supple finish. The grapes for THE Franc were hand-harvested in Lodi, an AVA known to benefit from the cooling Delta influence. Cosentino Winery is renowned for creating the first designated and licensed Meritage wine, Bordeaux inspired blend that set the standard...