This 100%  Cabernet Franc, barrel fermented and aged for 20 months in new French oak, received 92 points from James Suckling.

We quote his review: “A savory and fragrant red with rich and complex layers of olives, mulberries, dried herbs and cigar box.  Full-bodied, firm and sturdy with a toasty edge to the concentrated black fruit and herbs. Chewy tannins. Try from 2025.”

We supplement: red and black fruits, spices, violets and tobacco, elegant and a persistent sappy finish.  We wish we could keep all of our barrel fermented wines for personal use!  

97.5% Cabernet Franc and 2.5% Malbec, aged 18 months in second use French oak, 14.8 % alcohol. Ruby red hue, with red fruits, violets, herbs and white pepper on the nose and palate. Refined and elegant. 

14.8%

Like the 2020 Gran Corte, our 2020 100% Cabernet Franc is terrific, and a step up from our excellent 2019.  34% barrel fermented and 66% in stainless steel aged for 19 months in first and third use French oak.

Not surprisingly, the barrel fermented component brings structure, elegance and flavor intensity.  Dark color, showing cassis, spices, red currents, dark fruits and tobacco.  You must try this wine.

14.5% alcohol