2022 Cabernet Franc
2022 Cabernet Franc
1308 bottles produced
Grapes Grown in the Corrales at our Mission Valley Vineyard
Gold Medal Winner at the 2023 State Wine Competition
This award-winning New Mexico Cabernet Franc offers vibrant aromas of raspberry, dried sage, and graphite. The palate is medium-bodied and silky, revealing layers of red currant, black pepper, and subtle oak. Bright acidity and fine tannins lend structure, while a long, earthy finish highlights the wine’s elegance and regional character.
Appearance:
Medium ruby with hints of garnet at the rim; clear and luminous with moderate viscosity.
Nose:
Fragrant and layered, offering red currant, raspberry, and dried cherry, complemented by notes of bell pepper, rose petal, and baking spice. Hints of graphite and cedar provide added complexity.
Palate:
Elegant and expressive, with flavors of red plum, cranberry, and savory herbs. Subtle oak influence reveals touches of vanilla, clove, and tobacco leaf.
Structure:
Medium-bodied with vibrant acidity and fine-grained tannins. The wine is balanced and focused, with a silky texture and refined structure.
Finish:
Long and graceful, with lingering red fruit, spice, and a whisper of minerality.
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