Wine Cabernet Franc

1	Truchard Vineyards 2004 Truchard Vineyards Cabernet Franc Appellation: Carneros Blend of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Truchard Vineyards (Napa, CA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: Sal DeIanni Rich aromas of blueberry, cherry preserves, and cassis; highlighted with cedar and sweet vanilla. The mouth is layered with flavors of ripe plum, red currant, and plum. Velvety tannins fill the palate and provide a lengthy finish of dried red fruit and spice. Question? Comment? wine@truchardvineyards.com Visit: www.truchardvineyards.com	$28.00 Regular as of 01/02	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (707) 253-7153 Fax: (707).253-7234 Tastings by Appointment "Tasting room open appointment only.["
2	Opolo Vineyards 2005 Cabernet Franc/Merlot View Label Appellation: Paso Robles Blend of Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Opolo Vineyards (Paso Robles, CA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: Rick Quinn and Dave Nichols Another first for Opolo Vineyards, this small production of wine was a blend that we just couldn't pass up. A lovely fruit-driven "Meritage" blend, the Cabernet Franc spice marries perfectly with the soft Merlot cherry like fruit. Perceptable, through unobtrusive, French oak aging has lent this wine a complementary layer of vanilla Question? Comment? sales@opolo.com Visit: www.opolo.com	$28.00 Regular as of	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (805) 238-9593 Fax: (805).238-9594 Tasting Room Open Info & Map Paso Robles, CA
3	Chateau Sinnet 2005 Red Eyed Monkey View Label Appellation: Monterey County Blend of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, Sangiovese, Syrah Chateau Sinnet (Carmel Valley, CA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: Stephan Kidder This is our Flagship Estate Blend. We believe a superb balance among the grapes has been acheived bringing forward the best characteristics of each varietal. Question? Comment? michael@chateausinnet.com Visit: www.chateausinnet.com	$24.00 Regular as of 01/12	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (831) 659-2244 Fax: (831).659-2171 Tasting Room Open Info & Map Carmel Valley, CA
4	Opolo Vineyards 2004 Rhapsody View Label Appellation: Paso Robles Blend of Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot Opolo Vineyards (Paso Robles, CA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: Rick Quinn and Dave Nichols This classy estate Meritage is a masterful blend of Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petite Verdot. Wonderfully executed ripe cherry Question? Comment? sales@opolo.com Visit: www.opolo.com	$45.00 Regular as of	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (805) 238-9593 Fax: (805).238-9594 Tasting Room Open Info & Map Paso Robles, CA
5	Raymond Burr Vineyards 2005 Cabernet Franc Appellation: Dry Creek Valley Blend of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Raymond Burr Vineyards (Healdsburg, CA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: Phyllis Zouzounis Mocha and chocolate in the nose. Rich, spicy, earthy blackberry fruit. Hints of floral, coffee and cola. Dry with medium tannins. Long finish with a touch of pepper and currants. 355 cases produced Question? Comment? RBurrWine@aol.com Visit: www.raymondburrvineyards.com	$38.00 Regular $30.40 to Wine Club as of 02/05	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (707 ) 433-8559 Fax: (707).431-1843 Tasting Room Open Info & Map Healdsburg, CA
6	Justin Winery 2006 Justification View Label Appellation: Paso Robles Blend of Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Justin Winery (Paso Robles, CA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: Fred Holloway Aromas of raspberry, currant, black tar and light mineral characters make up the nose our 2006 right bank Bordeaux blend. The entry is bright with red fruit, soft, elegant and extremely approachable. The mid palate has good weight, and exhibits flavors of mushroom, wet stone, cedar and caramel. Slightly dusty tannins from the Cabernet Franc blend perfectly with vibrant fruit from the Merlot, to make this wine elegant and seamless from start to finish. The finish is a bit tight, showing the age w... ...read more Question? Comment? info@justinwine.com Visit: www.justinwine.com	$45.00 Regular as of	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (805) 238-6932 Fax: (805).237-4164 Tasting Room Open Info & Map Paso Robles, CA
7	Chateau Felice 2006 La Craie Euphoria, Cabernet Franc View Label Appellation: Chalk Hill Blend of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chateau Felice (Healdsburg, CA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: Tami Collins Wrap your palate around our classic Cabernet Franc. Blended in a traditional European style, it evokes dark fruit and floral aromas. Ripe blackberry, fresh raspberry and toasted oak flavors extend to an elegant finish. 95% Cabernet Franc, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon Production \| 144 cases 144 cases produced Question? Comment? Chateau Felice Visit: www.chateaufelice.com	$49.00 Regular Join the Club, great wine, great price. as of 02/12	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (707 ) 836-9011 Fax: (707).836-9038 Call or email us to join our list. Tasting Room Open Info & Map Healdsburg, CA
8	La Jota Winery 2003 Cabernet Franc View Label Appellation: Howell Mountain Blend of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, La Jota Winery (Oakville, CA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Juicy berries and mint are evident on the palate, and highlights of French oak and toasted nut brittle complete the production. Question? Comment? info@lajotavineyardco.com Visit: www.lajotavineyardco.com	$60.00 Regular as of	Email Tastings by Appointment "10:30 to 4:30 Daily["
9	Cornerstone Cellars 2008 Stepping Stone Cabernet Franc View Label Appellation: Napa Valley Blend of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cornerstone Cellars (Yountville, CA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: Jeff Keene Cabernet Franc is a cantankerous variety. It’s a late ripener like Cabernet Sauvignon, but prefers a cooler climate than its cousin, which makes ripening this variety to perfection a challenge. As that risk is what it takes to make outstanding Cabernet Franc, we’re up to the challenge. To our sprightly Carneros 2008 Cabernet Franc we’ve added a dash of Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon to add a little punch to it’s brilliant freshness. Acclaim: 90 Points Wine Enthusiast http://www.cornerstonecellars.com/index.cfm?method=storeproducts.showDrilldown 700 cases produced Question? Comment? craig@cornerstonecellars.com Visit: www.cornerstonecellars.com	$35.00 Regular as of 01/20	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (707) 945-0388 Please register on our website. Tasting Room Open Info & Map Yountville, CA
10	Hartley-Ostini Hitching Post Winery 2006 Hitching Post Generation Red Appellation: Central Coast Blend of Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Syrah, Hartley-Ostini Hitching Post Winery (Buellton, CA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: Frank Ostini The house red for the Hitching Post II in Buellton, CA, great BBQ wine. Question? Comment? info@HitchingPostWines.com Visit: www.hitchingpostwines.com	$18.00 Regular as of 02/13	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (805) 688-0676 Tasting Room Open Info & Map Buellton, CA
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