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2020 Smith Wooton Cabernet Franc

This Old-World Style fine wine received special attention by the Winemakers as he created a fine wine with layers of complexity. Our  2020 SMITH WOOTON CABERNET FRANC is the result of their labors.

 

This is a classic Smith Wooton wine that coats the palate and leaves you craving another sip. This wine has the balance to age gracefully for a decade.

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$840.00 per Case
 

TASTING NOTES:

The wine opens with aromas of dried rose pedals and sweet roasted peppers with just a touch of spice. There is a memory of and dark cherries with tingles of spices as the wine coats the palate. The wine demonstrates classic leather notes on the finish.

Production Notes

Grapes for the SMITH WOOTON CABERNET FRANC come from tiny, Flinn Vineyard in the heart of the Oak Knoll District. Winemaker, Daniel Benton managed the vineyard and became intimately familiar with each vine. As the result of his efforts the grapes came in loaded with varietal flavors. With just an acre of grapes, production is very limited.

Winemaker Notes

The grapes were crushed and bin fermented in small lots at cool temperatures. This method created a long fermentation which accentuated the fruit flavors and added complexity. To avoid extraction of harsh tannins, no pumps were used until after the wine was pressed off the skins.

Wine Profile

Vintage 2020
Wine Style Red Wine
Varietal Cabernet Franc
Appellation Oak Knoll District-Napa Valley
Barrel Aging 28 Months in French Oak Barrels
Alcohol % 14.5
Size 750 ml