The Grape

One of the most important and ancient varietals in the Bordeaux region, Cabernet Franc is showing that it can also thrive in the higher altitude of Mendoza, Argentina. This fragrant and well-structured parent of Cabernet Sauvignon is less herbaceous and more berry, less pale and more intense than your Grandpa’s Cab Franc.

““Ripe, robust berry and prune aromas show a strong oak component, while this feels flush and powerful, but balanced. Raisiny berry, chocolate and oak flavors play out on a finish with prune notes. This is mostly about ripe fruit character and richness, not nuance.””
— Wine Enthusiast 91 point Rule of Three cabernet franc 2014
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2014 Cabernet Franc

$45

Ratings: 91 points, Wine Enthusiast

Vineyard Notes: Sourced from a single vineyard 3,000 ft. above sea level. The average yield per acre was less than 2 tons.

Production Notes: 100% Cabernet Franc. Primary fermentation was performed in a small tank. The wine underwent malolactic fermentation in French oak barrels, a combination of new and second-use for 21 months.

Production: 900 bottles (75 cases)
Alcohol 14.8%