Pride Mountain Cabernet Franc 2023 (750ml) No Vendor

Pride Mountain Cabernet Franc 2023 (750ml) No VendorThe 2021 Cabernet Franc embodies the best that this grape has to offer. Parent to both merlot and cabernet sauvignon, cabernet franc can be downright cantankerous if not farmed properly, but if done right, the resulting wines can be some of the most rewarding in the world. In this cuve, an initial hint of strawberry gives way to aromas of graphite and sunbaked river stone, all of which is framed beautifully by savory notes that include white pepper

creating a more  temperate growing season distinct from neighboring vineyard sites

reminiscent of baked apples and bakery products

automatic pumping-over

between 6ºC to 8ºC

Rauzan-Segla had under-performed for many years prior to its purchase in 1994 by Chanel owners

ripe red plum and chalk

vegetable and goat’s cheese terrine

Luscious mousse and apple freshness take over on the palate

it needs a number of hours to fully open

The wine is light in color

Our majestic Valley Oak Ranch is contiguous to the steep slopes of our Ink Grade Vineyard

Compelling aromas of blackberry and dark cherry are framed by hints of cassis and cedar