BLUE BOOK TASTE PROFILE

Appellation: Lake Erie
Varietal: Cabernet Franc


TASTE BENCHMARKS
  Profile #1
Distinctive, Spicy Style
Profile #2
Icewine Style
Appearance Medium-dark red. Slightly pink.
Aroma Plum, violet, marigold, vanilla, anise and mint. Cherry, orange peel, honey.
Flavor Moderate, firm tannins. Spiced fruit flavors: raspberry, banana, plum, cherry cola. Dense lush cherry and pear flavors with great acidity.
Balance Zesty acidity.
PRODUCTION CORRELATIONS
Terroir High latitude, long summer days, moderating lake effect prevents winter kill, moderates temprature, and creates wind that dries vines. Well-drained benches 500-1,200 feet. High latitude, long summer days, moderating lake effect prevents winter kill, moderates temprature, and creates wind that dries vines. Well-drained benches 500-1,200 feet.