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Cabernet Franc 2015 Estate
Wine Specs
Vintage
2015
Varietal
100% Cabernet Franc
Appellation
Estate - Santa Ynez Valley
Harvest Date
10-06-15
Acid
0.59 g/100ml
pH
3.67
Aging
The wine was aged for 18 months entirely in 2-4 year old French oak barrels.
Fermentation
Crushed into small open top fermenters and cold-soaked for two days, the must was inoculated and fermented on the skins for two weeks to develop full rich flavor and structure.
Bottling Date
4/26/2017
Alcohol %
15
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Made from a blend of two clones of Cabernet Franc grapes grown on our estate vineyard, this limited production wine has a rich finish of dark plum and blueberry with herbal and vanilla notes.
Wine Specs
Vintage
2015
Varietal
100% Cabernet Franc
Appellation
Estate - Santa Ynez Valley
Harvest Date
10-06-15
Acid
0.59 g/100ml
pH
3.67
Aging
The wine was aged for 18 months entirely in 2-4 year old French oak barrels.
Fermentation
Crushed into small open top fermenters and cold-soaked for two days, the must was inoculated and fermented on the skins for two weeks to develop full rich flavor and structure.
Bottling Date
4/26/2017
Alcohol %
15
Wine Profile
Vineyard Notes
This wine is a blend of two clones, 622 and VCC (Vieux Chateau Certan), of Cabernet Franc grown at Roblar Estate Vineyard. With the vineyard’s light rocky soil and moderate climate, the grapes develop a wonderful depth of classic Cabernet Franc flavor.
Production Notes
385 cases
Winemaker Notes
Color is a deep ruby with aromas of red plum, black currant, with notes of violet and peppery spice. The palate is well structured, with rich layers of dark fruit and a long finish.
Food Pairing Notes
Pairs with filet mignon, roast rack of lamb and grilled summer vegetables.
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