His 2021 Cabernet Franc is a beautiful reflection of the region’s cool-climate elegance
is known for its bright acidity
but with a gentle roundness that makes it extremely versatile
It’s a gin that plays well in both classic cocktails and more adventurous mixes
combining the elegance of Burgundy with the distinct character of the Santa Cruz Mountains
Famille Laurent, Saint-Pourcain Rouge, 2024 DO NOT SELL His 2021 Cabernet Franc isSome appellations are so under the radar that half the fun is just saying the name. Saint Pourcain sits in central France, in the Allier near the Auvergne, one of the oldest wine regions in the country and one you've almost certainly never seen on a list. The Laurent family blends Gamay and Pinot Noir grown on limestone, clay, and granite soils, ferments with native yeast, and ages it in neutral vats so nothing gets in the way of the fruit. The result