NEW YORK
CABERNET FRANC
92 Benmarl 2019 Estate Grown Cabernet Franc (Hudson River Region). Intense aromas of crushed black pepper, thyme and savory meets a coiled cranberry and brambleberry core in this dense Cabernet Franc. There’s tension, drive and grip to the medium-bodied palate, with rippling berry flavors flecked with a bevy of herbal, earthy accents. Graphite and crushed herbs linger on the long close. Drink now–2027. Editors’ Choice. —A.P.
abv: 13.7% Price: $35
92 Osprey’s Dominion 2015 Estate Bottled Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island). This savory red delivers cohesive aromas of tomato paste, olive and crushed herbs over a coiled cranberry and blackberry core. There’s some development on the nose, but all within good measure, adding depth and nuance. The medium-bodied palate seamlessly blends tart fruit with savory herb and peppery spice flavors, with a tangy slick of granite and a hint of barnyard funk extending on the finish. Drink now–2026. Editors’ Choice. —A.P.
abv: 13% Price: $22
This whole cluster fermented Cabernet Franc displays intense aromas of blueberry pie filling, rife with cinnamon, clove and anise accents. There’s depth and richness to the berry fruit on the medium-bodied palate, with rounded tannins lending a gentle grip and
