2011 Spring Mountain District Cabernet Franc

Vintage:
A wet spring continued with rainfall into mid-June
that delayed bloom and then set the stage for a long,
cooler-than-average season. With a few high heat
events occurring during August the growers managed
to open vine canopies to ensure sunlight, warmth and
good air circulation around the grape clusters.
While quantity was low, the fruit this year will make
for well-balanced wines with good intensity, structure
and texture with a brightness of flavor.

Vineyard:
The Cabernet Franc is sourced from the Yverdon Vineyard
on Spring Mountain, located at an elevation of 2,000
feet. In 2006, two blocks were planted to three
French clones, 214, 327, and 623. To promote full
ripening and avor development in the Cabernet
Franc, these vines were planted in the warmest
sections of the vineyard, in areas with the shallowest,
rockiest soils.

Tasting:
Earthy, herbal notes with dusty cocoa are backed up
with rich dark plum and toasty oak. e rich dark
fruit greets the palate with molasses and bright
mulberry jam on the nish