Community Review

Karlo Estates Cabernet Franc 2010

Prince Edward County, Canada

Community Score: 4.6/5
Community Reviews: 1

Price: $24.95

Alcohol: 12%

Drink: 2014-2020

Stephen Beaumont CSW CWE rated this wine as 91/100 with the following review:

The shocking news that Prince Edward County's pioneering and somewhat maverick winemaker, Richard Karlo lost his battle to cancer and passed away this week, prompted me to pull out his 2010 Cabernet Franc that was sitting in my cellar from when I bought it at the winery last year, waiting for a special occasion.

In many ways, this wine is a reflection of Richard's character and view of life - bold and big with a firm backbone and yet a gentle, almost velvety style that paired beautifully with a concoction of leeks, bacon and apples layered between crepes with spinach and cheese.

As Richard's notes about the wine suggest, it brings one back to the heady days of summer with its lush dark fruit tones and alluring aromas of tobacco and leather, and yet it seemed perfect as a warming wine for a winter evening.

Our friends, who had never met Richard, got to know just a little about him by sharing his Cabernet Franc with us. I believe that wine can create, enhance and counterbalance many emotions, and our enjoyment of this wine last night succeeded in doing just that on so many levels. There was some sadness, yet joy in knowing that Richard has done what other great wine people have done - progress the craft, live life to the full and leave a legacy. Richard has left a legacy that will endure long past his all too short lifetime.

The 2011 vintage is still available from the winery (which should be on everyone's "must visit" list when traveling to PEC - one of North America's most vibrant and exciting new wine regions) and I recommend it wholeheartedly as a wine to drink in any season, with friends, family and hearty food.

Here's to you, Richard!

Cheers!

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