2022 Glen Oaks Cabernet Franc, Sonoma Valley

The palate mirrors the aromatic richness, delivering a cascade of juicy and vibrant fruit flavors. Black cherry and ripe plum are prominent, coating the mouth with a luscious fruit core that is both generous and inviting. Notes of raspberry compote add a layer of sweetness and further enhance the red fruit character. The wine's fruit profile is beautifully balanced by a refreshing acidity, preventing any sense of heaviness and ensuring a lively and energetic palate. Subtle savory notes from the aroma carry through onto the palate, adding complexity and depth, while the influence of second-use French oak is minimal and allows the pure fruit expression to shine.

Appearance: Deep and richly saturated garnet core, radiating outwards to a vibrant garnet rim. The color is inviting and warm, reflecting the sun-kissed character of Sonoma Valley. The wine displays excellent clarity and medium viscosity, with elegant tears that suggest a medium-bodied and balanced wine.

Aroma: The bouquet is immediately captivating and expressive, showcasing the ripe fruit and aromatic complexity of Sonoma Valley Cabernet Franc. Generous aromas of ripe blackberries and juicy red currants are at the forefront, creating a luscious and inviting fruit profile. Intriguing secondary aromas of wild herbs and crushed violet petals emerge, adding a layer of savory complexity and floral lift, evocative of the warm, west-facing slopes of the Mayacamas. Subtle hints of sun-warmed earth and a touch of spice further enhance the aromatic richness and terroir expression. The aroma is warm, inviting, and beautifully balanced, promising a wine of both fruit intensity and elegant nuance.