2022 Cabernet Franc, Moon Mountain District
Aromas of ripe blueberry and black plum mingle with a delicate hint of sage on the nose. The palate is characterized by a lush texture and soft tannins, showcasing concentrated plum reduction notes that extend to a subtle black pepper spice on the balanced finish.
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Wine Specs
Vintage
2022
Varietal
Cabernet Franc
Appellation
Moon Mountain
Acid
5.9 g/L
pH
3.563
Aging
16 months French oak, 35% new
Residual Sugar
1.4 g/L
Alcohol %
14.5
Wine Profile
Vineyard Notes
Grown in iron-rich soils on a southeast-facing hillside, our Cabernet Franc benefits from abundant morning sun and natural shelter from the intensity of the afternoon heat. Planted a decade ago, this site has matured into one of our most expressive vineyard parcels, offering fruit with exceptional balance and purity. The vineyard’s elevated position enhances the development of nuanced aromatics and concentrated flavor, resulting in a Cabernet Franc that is both elegant and powerful—a true reflection of place and time.
Winemaker Notes
Cabernet Franc is treated much like the other Bordeaux varieties during harvest. Grapes are picked in the morning, destemmed to tank and fermented warm to aid in flavor and tannin extraction. Cabernet Franc is a more delicate variety than Cabernet Sauvignon, so it can be "over-extracted" if left on the skins for too long, so we taste daily during fermentation. Once finished, the wine is drained, pressed, and put to barrel.
Food Pairing Notes
Pair with mushroom risotto or roast lamb with potatoes.