($18, Jon David Headrick Selections):  Despite focusing the on the same grape, Cabernet Franc, the wines from the appellation of St. Nicolas de Bourgueil are typically lighter than those from the neighboring appellation of Bourgueil because of the soil, which contains more sand rather than clay and limestone.  Cabernet Franc is a tricky grape because when under ripe it produces a wine with distinct an unpleasant vegetal character.  Mabileau, an excellent producer in the region, gets his fully ripe and produces this fresh and lively red with abundant red fruit character and engaging herbal elements that add complexity.  Mild tannins allow you to chill the wine and enjoy it when you need a lighter red for summer time drinking. 88 Michael Apstein Jun 8, 2010