Upon first pour and sniff this Reif Estate Cabernet Franc exhibits tight black licorice, burnt coffee and oak scents, best you give it a few minutes to open up, because when it does you’ll find rhubarb, raspberry, cassis and cedar. On the other hand, the flavours on the tongue open up a little quicker then the nose offering more fruit forward tastes like strawberry, blueberry and sweet cherry. Over the course of an hour the wine mellows giving you an excellent nose and flavours that compliment cheeses, pastas or light meat dishes such as chicken or pork. Medium bodied, short to medium finish and smooth tannins make for a pleasant easy drinking wine for sipping, sharing and enjoying.