Some one said it was a Cabernet Franc. Sounded plausible, but it didn't remind me of the Cabernet Francs that I know from the Loire. This is a wine that I NEVER would select from a wine list, auction, or retail shop - not a wine that I would buy. A lot of people don't like blind tasting, but I enjoy it a lot. MORE >>

At least wine shopping was easy, my selection was not vast, actually very slim. New favorites are the Cabernet Franc, Lemberger (Blaufrankisch) and Syrah's from the Finger Lakes. What an exciting year this has been for Why Wine Blog and for me personally in my quest to further my knowledge of wine. was afraid to open them. MORE >>

We did get in to do a little shopping while a make shift tasting area was being moved back indoors. Shirley also likes the gift shop at Dr. Frank's and as last time here, she was able to cross off many of our Xmas gifts for this year. don't think Shirley bought that, but what the hell there's a gift shop and she has the credit cards. MORE >>

In addition to a beautiful Retail Shop, the campus has a 30 room luxury inn and 125-seat restaurant. Every Friday and Saturday after work, a few friends and I visit our favorite lounge for some great food off the bar menu and to down a few glasses(maybe more than a few) of wine. Finally, he has listened to his dad. At that price. Great Buy! MORE >>

also have become more interested in the wines of France. My best Rosé - Heron Hill Cabernet Franc Dry Rosé 2006. Although known primarily for white wines, the Finger Lakes does very well with Cab Franc and Lemberger and their red blends. Here at home, I guess eventful would be saying it a tad mildly. Marvelous Wine! MORE >>