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Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
The most elegant wine in the Flora Springs portfolio
is their proprietary red called Trilogy, which has evolved from
an equal part blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet
Franc, to a current blend based on vintage conditions. It has always
been the estate’s interpretation of a St.-Emilion. Made in
an elegant manner that can come across as too restrained and delicate,
it is an interesting interpretation of a unique style of winemaking.
The medium-bodied, dark ruby-tinged 2003 Trilogy (75% Cabernet Sauvignon
and 25% Merlot and Cabernet Franc) exhibits scents of red currants,
raspberries, and spice box. Although this Bordeaux-like red reveals
austere tannin as well as a touch of leanness, it is an attractive
wine to drink during its first 7-8 years of life.
Drink '05 - '13. |