100% Cabeernet Franc. Deep ruby in color, this wine opens with expressive aromas of black cherry, Morello cherry, blackberry, pomegranate, violets, black pepper, sweet tobacco, and dark chocolate with subtle floral lift. The palate is savory and layered with flavors of black cherry, bramble, stewed strawberry, dried herbs, tomato leaf, oregano, cedar, vanilla, walnut, bitter cocoa nibs, mesquite, and a light gamey note, finishing with a faint roasted jalapeño nuance. Dry with medium acidity, medium chalky tannins, medium body, medium flavor intensity, and a medium finish, the wine is balanced and food-friendly, combining bright fruit with Cabernet Franc’s distinctive herbal character. The chalky tannins and restrained oak provide structure without overwhelming the varietal expression, resulting in a classic Right Bank-inspired Cabernet Franc with earthy complexity and excellent balance.
Food Pairing: Herb-crusted lamb, grilled pork tenderloin, roast duck, beef bourguignon, mushroom risotto, ratatouille, aged Comté, grilled sausages, lentil stew
