2018 Da Silva Cabernet Franc “Avila Family Vineyard” spaghetti Bolognese blueberry jam and a subtle

blueberry jam and a subtle undertone of tobacco lingers in the background

I can detect a nice savouriness on the mid palate which leads to a long and spicy finish including bold and rugged tannins

developing fruity aromatics while maintaining bright acidity

The finish is long and complex

This wine is aging very well right now and likely in the prime window of drinkability

2018 Da Silva Cabernet Franc “Avila Family Vineyard” spaghetti Bolognese blueberry jam and a subtleThe 2018 Cab Franc is another Da Silva classic, and one of my favourites of the entire portfolio. 36 months in barrels with an even split of French and American oak. Gracious and classy, this wine also shows some power and a great level of concentration. On the nose, very expressive aromas of ripe raspberry, red currants, tomato leaves, milk chocolate, dried thyme and sagebrush. The palate offers dark cherry, blackberry, red pepper, red currants,