Blue Rock Best Barrel Cab Franc 2019
2019, Sonoma County, California, USA
Blue Rock Best Barrel Cab Franc 2019
Cabernet Franc
Blue Rock Vineyard
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Profile & Story
This single‑varietal Best Barrels Cabernet Franc is crafted from estate-grown grapes in Alexander Valley and is sourced from Blue Rock’s most exceptional barrels. The 2021 blend features 96% Cabernet Franc and 4% Cabernet Sauvignon, aged for 22 months in barrel with 14.5% new French oak. UPC 6 91037 70907 5.
Tasting Notes
The barrels selected to best complement our Cabernet Franc were three year seasoned, tight-grain French Oak toasted with a Medium Plus and Medium Long profile by Tonnelleries Boutes and Darnajou of Libourne, France. The wine possesses aromas and flavors of rosemary, cherry liqueur, graphite, and bouquet garni. The mid-palate displays profound suppleness and weight and the tannin profile is firm, fine-grained, dusty and very age worthy.
Pairing Recommendation
Cabernet Franc is a bit more versatile in its food pairing than its brooding cousin, Cabernet Sauvignon. The combination of acidity and just the right amount of tannin allows a broad range of wonderful complements such as roast chicken, duck, sausage, grilled vegetables, and even smoky barbecue or tomato-based red sauces.