97 Point Vintage Wine Spectator: 2019 Frisson Toucher Vineyard Propietary Red Napa Valley
Frisson" is a French word that means"a moment of pure excitement, a thrilling rush that awakens the senses." Well, isn't it interesting how this perfectly captures our feeling about today's special offer: the 2019 Frisson Toucher Vineyard Proprietary Red Napa Valley? Let me explain why this wine has us so excited.
First and foremost, let's be clear: If you haven't received the memo yet,the 2019 vintage in Napa Valley is an absolute must-have. It's undeniablyone of the finest modern vintages,earning a remarkable 97 points from Vinous Media. However,it's disappearing quickly. We've been fortunate and dedicated in securing the final allocations of these high-quality Napa wines from the 2019 vintage. But I must tell you, The 2019 vintage won’t be around forever, so it's wise to secure your case before it's too late.
With that being said, let’s talk wine:
The Frisson journey begins with a shared dream between Terry Davis, the owner, and Wayne Donaldson, the winemaker. Fueled by their unwavering passion, they set out to create wines thatembody the magic of Napa Valley and the grace of Sonoma County,aiming to blend Old World sophistication with New World exuberance.
Enter the 2019 Frisson Toucher Vineyard Proprietary Red Napa Valley, the perfect blend between old and new world. It's a Cabernet-based symphony, spiced up with Merlot and just a dash of Petit Verdot. The critics are raving, with The Tasting Panel Magazine awarding it an impressive 95 points, praising its "energetic and well-structured" character and an overall "marvelous balance."
