2024 FRANC North Coast Cabernet Franc

FRANC is my attempt at channeling the ever quaffable yet structured wines of Bourgueil and this multi-vineyard assemblage of Cabernet Franc spans the North Coast region of California. Awash in vibrant textures, savory undertones, chalky yet supple tannins, and California fruit, FRANC is meant to be your everyday red.

Native yeast fermented in 4-ton open top fermenters with lots of punchdowns, FRANC always clocks in ~25% whole cluster to lean into the spice box notes. The wine then spends 11 months in sandstone amphora and neutral French oak puncheons and showcases an aromatic profile with perfectly ripe blackberry notes layered over savory elements of black tea, tarragon, and strawberry leaf. Elegant and structured, but playful. 1195 Cases Produced.

Variety: 100% Cabernet Franc
Region: North Coast, California
Farming: Sustainable/Organic (not certified)
Winemaking: Small lot fermented, 25% whole cluster. Native yeast fermentation. Aged in tank puncheon and amphora 11 months, then tank 6 months. Minimal sulfur at bottling.

ALC 14% | pH 3.84 | TA 5.1 g/L