Classic and dignified, this 2022 Estate Cabernet Franc features the distinctive vegetal qualities commonly associated with the varietal. Spicy and rich on the nose, it gives way to brawny notes of green hot house bell pepper and layered black licorice. Complex tannins deliver a textual finish and a wine that is primed for aging. Enjoy it fire-side in the winter months alongside a ratatouille with crusty French bread, or with a vibrant shakshuka straight from the skillet.

The first half of the 2022 growing season in Sonoma was ideal, with plenty of early season rains and moderate temperatures throughout the spring and early summer. As the summer progressed, so did the heat, with multiple heat events intensifying as we progressed towards a multi-day heat spike around Labor Day. Thankfully, our organically farmed vines were prepared for this. With a deep connection to their surroundings through our holistic farming practices, these vines know when to shut down and save their reserves. Ultimately, the 2022 growing season ended with spectacular quality and lower quantity, which will lead to more concentrated reds and fuller bodied whites.