Domaine Queylus, Reserve Cabernet Franc, Niagara Peninsula, 2014

This impressive Cabernet Franc blends the main grape variety with 14% of the more cold-sensitive Merlot. As with Queylus' 2014 Pinots, the levels of ripeness are impressive here: the wine is poised, full and resonant, combining the flavour refinement and depth of a Cabernet with textures more akin to those of a Pinot. It's mellow, vivid, warm and very satisfying.