the nose is tightly closed, yet there is the suspicion of fine fruit. the grippy palate brims with peppery dark-plum fruit and very fine distinct tannins that give this a taut, rigid frame that still needs to relax. this is unusual in so far that it is a cabernet franc from austria, grown on slate. it works well: the tannic structure and fruit are fully expressed. this needs bottle age and will blossom into a far more relaxed and fruitful wine. drink 2020–2030.
Gillesberg