2019 Cabernet Franc in our 1 liter refillable bottle! Notes of cranberry, blackberry, bell pepper.
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Vineyard Notes: Barsotti Vineyard is farmed by Ron Mansfield who oversees the vineyards of some of the best wineries in the foothills. His family has been growing grapes, peaches, plums, pears & apples in the foothills for 3 generations. Planted in the late 1990s, the vineyard is on a hillside northeast of Apple Hill, across the valley from the Barsotti Juice bottling plant (hence the name). It is on iron-rich volcanic soils & is mostly dry-farmed.
Cellar Notes: Almost 2 tons of fruit, hand-harvested, was destemmed to macrobins for fermentation. Twice daily punchdowns until must was dry then wine was pressed to neutral oak for elevage. The wine was racked & bottled unfiltered in February 2021.
Tasting Notes: Richly aromatic with blueberry & mulberry fruits, savory roasted veggies, mint, licorice & a touch of green bell pepper. The palate has great depth 7 balance, with red fruits, good weight & smooth tannins.