Nose
Warm nutmeg and ripe blueberry aromas elegantly supported by hints of vanilla.
Palate
An opulent texture with a persistent silky finish.
Growing Conditions
Our 1000-acre Napa Valley estate is located in the esteemed Chiles Valley AVA, a sub-appellation of the Napa Valley nestled in the Vaca Mountains. The climate is cooler than the main Napa Valley floor due to elevations of 900-1200 feet, this allows for development of flavor and color while retaining natural acidity.
Our complex soils are well drained; they are formed of material derived from weathered sandstone and shale on the west facing slopes and alluvial fans along the base of hills.
Our cooler microclimate results in a longer growing season giving our grapes an opportunity to mature with subtle flavors, full body, and overall complexity rivaling those grown in the best sites on the main valley floor.
Bottling
Estate Bottled.
Winemaking
Our Cabernet Franc underwent a 7-day cold-soak followed by a warm fermentation for full varietal expression. The wine was left on skins for one week after primary fermentation finished. Malo-lactic fermentation was done in barrel; the wine was racked once post-malo and once pre-bottling.
Aging
The wine spent 18 months in French oak barrels, 40% of which were new.
Appearance
Garnet red in color.
Food Pairing
Enjoy with a platter of hard cheeses and baguette or a fine Filet Mignon
