2019 Caladan Cabernet Franc
2019 Napa Valley
Cabernet Franc

The 2019 Cabernet Franc opens with cherry blossom and raspberry, followed by kirsch notes and hints of espresso bean. The Cabernet Franc and Merlot combine in perfect harmony throughout a finish that showcases refined tannins and a post rain minerality.

Due to limited production, purchases are limited to a maximum of four 3-bottle sets.  
$750
Vintage Overview

The 2019 vintage brought us lots of winter rain, fairly frequent fog events in the spring, and a mild summer with just a few short heat spikes. Uneventful fall weather allowed for extended hang time, and our last fruit came off the vines November 1.

Sourcing

64% Spring Mountain District Yverdon Vineyard

17% Diamond Mountain District Wallis Vineyard

13% Howell Mountain W.S. Keyes Vineyard

6% Mount Veeder Mt. Brave Vineyard

Acclaim

97 POINTS Jeb Dunnuck, JebDunnuck.com, December 2021

Production

588 cases

COMPOSITION

79% Cabernet Franc
21% Merlot

Barrel Aging

22 Months in French oak,
75% new

ALCOHOL

14.5%