Paracombe Cabernet Franc 2004 (Adelaide Hills)

I’m not sure if Adelaide Hills cab franc should ever hit 15% but I think these guys pull it off. Light blood red in the glass. Lots of lift in the bouquet with well defined berries, a smidgeon of herbs, and a fraction of alcohol sweetness. Soft palate early but the heat is more evident on the finish. Berry fruit is a bit more generic and sweet. Some alcohol sweetness evident but doesn’t really detract. Some spice on the finish, along with a slightly ragged edge. Nearly but not quite.