2024 Cabernet Franc 7 Rows Estate 750ml

Tasting Notes:

Standing as a premier expression of Cabernet Franc, this release leads with an incredibly inviting and saturated nose. A dense core of muddled marionberry and dark Bing cherry commands the initial aromatics, seamlessly giving way to nuances of roasted espresso bean and elegant cedar. Subtle, exotic floral undertones and a rich note of toasted pastry add profound depth. In the mouth, the wine is wonderfully expansive, delivering a surge of precise dark berry flavors encased in a famously plush, velvety Rutherford mouthfeel. The structural tannins are broad yet impeccably soft, allowing the wine to remain nimble despite its concentration. The finish is remarkably persistent, tapering off with an elegant whisper of sweet oak and caramel.