I like Lamoreaux Landing. They have a wonderful, delicate touch with their elegant whites, which are always impressive. But I have to admit, I have been drawn to their reds in the past as well. Founder Mark Wagner, and winemaker Colin Grant, are putting out some very nice wines.
I have long been a fan of the 42 North their exceptional white wine, and their layered 76 West red blend. But I recently tasted the Lamoreaux Landing T23 Unoaked Cabernet Franc 2017. This 100% estate fruit dry red is chock-a-block with dry cranberries, bright and dark cherry, and a hint of apricot and orange zest. The tannins add complexity and the acidity helps the fruit linger along time. It's an impressive, fruit forward Cabernet Franc. Its the kind of Cabernet Franc I think more wineries in the Finger Lakes should be doing. An absolutely wonderful wine.
