Lieu Dit, Cabernet Franc, Santa Ynez Valley
Lieu Dit · California › Santa Ynez Valley › United States of America
Critics Average score from professional wine critics and publications.
91
/100
Reviews
12
professional
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93
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Taster #1598
· Aug 29, 2025
92/100
Decanted two hours; no sediment. Medium ruby color. Floral aromas of red cherries and mint. Medium-bodied red fruit on the palate with juicy acidity but no discernible tannins. The finish is quite nice, but not particularly long. This bright, fresh wine should probably be drunk within the next two years.
2019 vintage
Taster #7277
· Oct 25, 2024
88/100
Very ripe primary fruit explotion of canned cherries, blackberries, blueberries, cranberries and some red berries. I struggle to identify the rest, maybe some baked banana and plum. It has some lactic upon opening that fades, bell peppers and herbs joins the party and adds to the complexity. Smooth with med(-) acidity and not to long.
2019 vintage
Taster #5760
· Mar 18, 2023
88/100
Decanted for 10 mins. Forgot to chill. Pretty typical Cab Franc, with a bit of extra California ripeness. Quite fruity, blueberry and red plum, with a big dose of roasted red pepper, green pepper, and a bit of dirt. Palate was a bit unbalanced, with the alcohol sticking out and the acidity not especially focused. I don't mind a light wine, but this could have used a smidge more tannin to give the body some shape, as it was pretty …
2019 vintage
Taster #9231
· May 29, 2022
92/100
Native yeasts, neutral oak. Light transparent color. Juicy dark raspberry fruit, medium+ acid but definite roasted pepper notes, dried herbal notes too but well integrated. Closer to Loire Valley lighter style, which was the intention of the owners, but with a bit of California ripeness. This is something I’d like to drink every day with dinner. https://winediplomats.com/
2019 vintage
Taster #7066
· May 1, 2022
90/100
Really needs time to open up. Luckily you're rewarded with great complexity. Luscious, interesting. Very much enjoyed this.
2019 vintage
Taster #5645
· Feb 4, 2022
91/100
Seems the tannins are developing more so Now, making This excellent wine even More delightful
2019 vintage
Taster #5969
· Jan 17, 2022
93/100
It’s delicious. Seems like a perfect blend of Loire Valley, Finger Lakes and California. It’s earthy, round, savory, and even has a little spritz. Love it.
2019 vintage
Taster #5645
· Jan 15, 2022
91/100
Well Made! I just dont understand it. Find it soft but delicious. Not a typical franc by any means. How can it keep without tannins? Drinks great now, it has good structure, but will it develop?
2019 vintage
Taster #7116
· Dec 19, 2021
92/100
Drinking well. Purple body with a crimson edge. More opaque than I’d expect a 13% alcohol cab franc. Floral nose with blue fruit. The plate is red fruit it’s a cranberry finish. Modest acidity. Good structure. Mouthfeel suggests more than 13% alcohol. 5+13+16+8=92
2019 vintage
Taster #6171
· Nov 4, 2021
Green fruit. But in a really pretty way. Really super tasty with great lift to it.
2019 vintage
Taster #7506
· Jun 30, 2021
90/100
Nose: Very aromatic, cherry, with trademark green bell note. Pallet: juicy red fruit, black cherries, lavender, earth spice, and pepper low-med body, low tannin, med acid - nice easy drinking, no food needed although doesn't hurt!
2019 vintage
Taster #7751
· May 25, 2021
91/100
Lots of pyrazines, good acidity and drinking flow, like it alot
2019 vintage
Taster #4669
· Apr 24, 2021
91/100
Fruitier and less tannic than your typical Loire cab franc. Berries up front; the usual green, savory cab franc notes take a backseat. Nice, easy drinking, and flexible with food.
2019 vintage
Taster #6171
· Apr 14, 2021
Erin notes that is delicious this year. Green and full and fun.
2019 vintage