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Wine Description
The Story
Appellation: Darioush Estate Vineyards in Napa Valley, Oak Knoll and Mount Veeder
Cooperage: Aged 22 months in 70% new French oak
The unique terroir of our rocky, higher elevation Mount Veeder estate combines a cool marine influenced climate with exceptional sun exposure to naturally develop the distinct and concentrated flavors of earth, spice and blueberry that are native to Cabernet Franc. This classic Bordeaux varietal possesses grea...
Wine Information
Production: 960 cases
Tasting notes: 2015 was a shy-bearing vintage overall, which further amplified the inherent depth and concentration of our mountain grown Cabernet Franc. Intensity is a hallmark of the vintage. Signature Cabernet Franc exhibits a dense, yet aromatic core of ripe black and blue fruits tangled with juicy plum, cassis, spice box and savory dried sage; a result of naturally reduced clusters per vine and a long, temperate g...
