2018 Cabernet Franc
The 2018 Cabernet Franc expresses aromas of mulling spices followed by cinnamon and clove with a strong nose of Peruvian cherry peppers and a hint of smoke–reminiscent of chipotle peppers. Deep garnet hue in color, it is mediumlight bodied with a full palette sensation and long finish. The front palette boasts flavors of strawberry and ripe plum with hints of sour cherry, while the back palette presetns a grippy tannins with the allusion of dryness and a light whisper of smokiness. It has a full mid palette and good structure and finishes with the flavors of caramelized peppers.
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Wine Specs
Vintage
2018
Varietal
Cabernet Franc
pH
3.79
Aging
80% in neutral American oak and 20% in new American oak
Bottling Date
July 10, 2019
Residual Sugar
0%
Alcohol %
13.5
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
The 2018 Cabernet Franc expresses aromas of mulling spices followed by cinnamon and clove with a strong nose of Peruvian cherry peppers and a hint of smoke–reminiscent of chipotle peppers. Deep garnet hue in color, it is mediumlight bodied with a full palette sensation and long finish. The front palette boasts flavors of strawberry and ripe plum with hints of sour cherry, while the back palette presetns a grippy tannins with the allusion of dryness and a light whisper of smokiness. It has a full mid palette and good structure and finishes with the flavors of caramelized peppers.
Awards
Gold Medal: 2019 Atlantic Seabord Wine Association Competition, Gold Medal: 2020 East Meets West International Eastern Wine Competition, Silver Medal: 2019 Mid-Atlantic Southeastern Wine Competition, Silver Medal: 2019 San Francisco International Wine Competition, Bronze Medal: American Wine Society 2019 Wine Competition
Winemaker Notes
The Cabernet Franc grapes were destemmed, crushed, and fermented for 12–14 days, pressed off the skins, settled in the tank for three days and racked into barrel, then aged for nine months in neutral and new American Oak.
Food Pairing Notes
Supreme pizza, grilled meats and vegetables, and Flaming Hot Cheetos. The Felino & Manchego, Irish Cheddar, white Cheddar jalapeño spread, and Cajun peanuts from our Tasting Room snack options would pairly perfectly.
Product Reviews
Robert Heald
(Oct 26, 2020 at 2:15 PM)
Definitely the best of the wines we tasted. Went well with a Tuna sandwich too. Lives up to the description. I would recommend and I think the price is about right. Sad it was only available for members that day. I would have bought a couple of bottles. Recommend with any red meat, pork or lamb.