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Wednesday, 25 June 2025

Tapanappa Whalebone Vineyard Merlor Cabernet Franc 2015


It's a heady mix of Merlot and Cabernet Franc (69/31%) from the cool 2015 vintage. Remnants of oak, cedar, redcurrant - all the more impressive for a wine at ten years to maintain a level of primary expression.


It was with deliberate intent to show both the cool expression of 2015, alongside the longevity of the wine, with the current release 2021 (not to follow). 


There's a Christmas Cake and blueberry compote aspect to the wine, look further beneath the layers to see expressions of the freshness against fine tannins. Fennel, blackcurrant and earthen remnants round out the lengthy finish - and even at ten I'd certainly suggest it's time is not done yet. 96


Tasted on: Sunday 22nd June
Source: Sample
Price: $115
Alcohol: 14.8%
Closure: Cork
Website: https://tapanappa.com.au/

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