2022 Cabernet Frank, 92 Points -“Berry, mint and orange-blossom aromas come through nicely on both the nose and palate. Medium-bodied, this has fine tannins and a brightness and directness that deliver a happy palate at the end. Screw cap. Drink now.”

Another East Coast blaufränkisch rosé worth seeking out–if it makes it beyond Dr. Frank’s wine club

We rarely receive wines from this region. If Dr. Frank’s wines are emblematic of the quality bubbling underneath the surface, I look forward to exploring with greater intention in 2025.

As for most agricultural products, climate change presents a raft of novel, and often unpredictable, hardships. But there are silver linings.

When used thoughtfully, oak can help reveal unexpected and delicious flavors.