2021 Cabernet Franc
Napa Valley
A study in balance and intention, crafted to highlight both character and approachability. Distinctive without being demanding, it’s a bottle that brings something a little different to the table—welcoming, expressive, and easy to enjoy in good company.
Opening with fragrant scents of violet, blackberry, boysenberry, bay leaf, and dried herbs, the 2021 Cabernet Franc is a deep and expressive red wine. On the palate, hints of fennel, cardamom, and clove join ripe cherry and fresh wild berry flavors accented by green tea and baking spice. The wine is subtle, balanced, and elegantly structured, with firm tannins and bright, refreshing acidity. Mineral undertones and ripe black fruit flavors dominate the long, lingering finish.
Sustainably Farmed & Certified
Vegan
Family Owned
Farming for the Future
Grown on several of our estate vineyards, including the Suscol Springs Ranch, the 2021 Cabernet Franc exudes its Napa terroir in the glass. The cool, Pacific-influenced climate of southern Napa, combined with rocky and well-draining soils, generate ideal conditions for deeply colored and aromatic Cabernet Franc.
The 2021 season, though officially a drought year, began with ample rainfall to fill the soils. A mild spring, characterized by below average temperatures and plentiful sunshine, allowed the grapes to ripen slowly and evenly. The result was a small crop of exceptionally concentrated grapes, leading to a well-structured and full-flavored wine that showcases our estate vineyards and will improve with cellaring.
- Type:
- Red
- Varietal:
- Cabernet Franc
- Region:
- California
- Appellation:
- Napa Valley
- Vintage:
- 2021
- Alcohol:
- 14.4
