Cabernet Franc

1	McCrea Cellars 2011 Rose of Cabernet Franc Appellation: Red Mountain Rosé of Cabernet Franc McCrea Cellars (Rainier, WA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: Doug McCrea Yes, we know, Cabernet Franc is not a Rh�ne grape variety. But this was something we just couldn�t pass up. The fruit is from a relatively new vineyard on Red Mountain, managed by renowned grower Dick Boushey. This ros� is made from dedicated fruit and was allowed 48 hours of skin contact before pressing off. Fermented in stainless, it was transferred to neutral oak barrels after it completed. As a result of the contact with skins & seeds, the wine developed beautiful, deep cranberry color a... ...read more Learn More Question? Comment? mccreawine@aol.com Visit: www.mccreacellars.com	$20.00 Regular as of 02/17	Email Tastings by Appointment "The McCrea winery in Rainier is open for special events and by appointment only. McCrea wines can be tasted at the Olympia Wine Tasting Bar and at Urban Enoteca in Seattle.["
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2	Belle Mount Vineyards NV Cabernet Franc Appellation: Virginia Belle Mount Vineyards (Warsaw, VA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: Ray Petrie A Bordeaux-style red with unique varietal characteristics. Soft and supple with chocolate and leather notes. Fruity with blackberry and current flavors. Medium bodied and a great accompaniment for stronger flavored foods like pasta with red sauce, lamb, grilled meats and beef. Goes well with strong flavored cheeses. 120 cases produced Question? Comment? winery@bellemount.com Visit: www.bellemount.com	$19.00 Regular as of 01/04	Email Order Direct Online Tasting Room Open Info & Map Warsaw, VA
3	Fulkerson Winery 2005 Cabernet Franc Appellation: Finger Lakes Fulkerson Winery (Dundee, NY) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: Sayre Fulkerson The other great Cab that flourishes so well here. Ours has heady aromas of sweet vanilla oak, spicy black cherries and nuances of bell pepper. The taste of tart raspberry has a firm backbone of tannins that cleanse your palate. http://www.fulkersonwinery.com/index.asp?pageID=227 Question? Comment? fulkersonwinery@stny.rr.com Visit: www.fulkersonwinery.com	$13.99 Regular as of 02/18	Email Order Direct Online Tasting Room Open Info & Map Dundee, NY
4	Naggiar Vineyards 2007 Cabernet Franc Appellation: Sierra Foothills Naggiar Vineyards (Grass Valley, CA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Warm days, cool nights and unique soil conditions at our family estate vineyards in the Sierra Foothills have fashioned the premium grapes for this wine. Deep dark red in color, this wine has lovely aromas of ripe plums, blackberries with hints of coffee and cinnamon in the background. Soft tannins provide a long velvety finish which can be enjoyed alone or with lighter meat and chicken fare. 100 cases produced Question? Comment? info@naggiarvineyards.com Visit: www.naggiarvineyards.com	$22.00 Regular as of 07/28	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (530) 268-9059 Fax: (530).268-9065 via our website Tasting Room Open Info & Map Grass Valley, CA
5	Sans Soucy Vineyards 2008 Cabernet Franc Appellation: Virginia Sans Soucy Vineyards (Brookneal, VA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: Paul Anctil Question? Comment? tastingroom@sanssoucyvineyards.com Visit: www.sanssoucyvineyards.com	$21.00 Regular 5% 3-11 btls 10% case as of 02/13	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (434) 376-9463 Fax: (434).376-3516 Tasting Room Open Info & Map Brookneal, VA
6	Sans Soucy Vineyards 2006 Gwyn Ruh Appellation: Virginia Blend of Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Franc Sans Soucy Vineyards (Brookneal, VA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: Paul Anctil Question? Comment? tastingroom@sanssoucyvineyards.com Visit: www.sanssoucyvineyards.com	$21.95 Regular 5% 3 or more; 10% case as of 02/13	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (434) 376-9463 Fax: (434).376-3516 Tasting Room Open Info & Map Brookneal, VA
7	EdenVale Winery 2002 Pear House Collection Cabernet Franc Appellation: Rogue Valley EdenVale Winery (Medford, OR) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: Ashley Campanella A Rogue Valley varietal that delivers complexity and the terroir of our region. This vintage brings dried cranberry and black fruits with tobacco, cola and black pepper finish.This wine is smooth and ready to drink. We have held this wine as it worked through it's tannins and now it is a lucious silky red. Question? Comment? wine@edenvalleyorchards.com Visit: www.edenvalleyorchards.com	$28.00 Regular as of 05/09	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (541) 512-2955 x2 Fax: (541).512-2957 Tasting Room Open Info & Map Medford, OR
8	Alexandria Nicole Cellars 2005 Cabernet Franc Rose View Label Appellation: Horse Heaven Hills Rosé of Cabernet Franc Alexandria Nicole Cellars (Prosser, WA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: Jarrod Boyle More than just a "Ros� Revival" this one is proof that Ros�'s are back for a reason. Pleasing the palate from start to finish with layers of sexiness. The 2005 Ros� was made from Cabernet Franc and the vibrant ruby red hue of this crisp, refreshing summertime gem dances in the glass with layers of strawberry jam. This food friendly delight is full of character with hints of ripe red berries and floral tones that give way to a bright refreshing finish. Served chilled. Visit: www.alexandrianicolecellars.com	$14.00 Regular as of 12/04	Email Order Direct Online Tasting Room Open Info & Map Prosser, WA
9	Secret Ravine Vineyard 2004 Cabernet Franc, George French Vineyard View Label Appellation: Sierra Foothills Secret Ravine Vineyard (Loomis, CA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: Ron Morris This wine is dark red, tart plum with intense fruit flavors and tannins, will cellar nicely. Question? Comment? srvwine@ncbb.net Visit: www.secretravine.com	$16.00 Regular as of 02/13	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (916) 652-6015 Fax: (916).652-5079 Tastings by Appointment "Tasting room open by appointment only.["
10	Secret Ravine Vineyard 2005 Cabernet Franc, O'Connor Family Vineyard Appellation: Sierra Foothills Secret Ravine Vineyard (Loomis, CA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: Ron Morris This wine is dark red, well balanced, distinctive plum and cherry flavors wrapped with toasty oak overtones. Question? Comment? srvwine@ncbb.net Visit: www.secretravine.com	$16.00 Regular as of 02/13	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (916) 652-6015 Fax: (916).652-5079 Tastings by Appointment "Tasting room open by appointment only.["
11	Maryhill Winery 2008 Proprietor's Reserve Cabernet Franc View Label Appellation: Columbia Valley Maryhill Winery (Goldendale, WA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Aromas of cooking spices, smoked meats and simmering holiday fruit pies warm your senses. On the palate a welcome graceful approach of fruit melds with coffee, vanilla, cherry, plum, a hint of oak and is followed with a pleasant lingering finish. Buy Online Question? Comment? info@maryhillwinery.com Visit: www.maryhillwinery.com	$34.00 Regular as of 06/29	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (509) 773-1976 Fax: (509).773-0586 Tasting Room Open Info & Map Goldendale, WA
12	Lucchesi Vineyards 2007 Cabernet Franc Appellation: Sierra Foothills Lucchesi Vineyards (Grass Valley, CA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: Kristen Vartan 2007 Cabernet Franc The grapes were hand harvested from our View Forever Vineyard Estate at optimal ripeness, then destemmed and fermented in small lots until dryness. The young wine finished malo-lactic in 65% new French oak barrels and matured for 20 months with quarterly racking. Intriguing aromas of cassis, raspberries, and black tea greet you with a swirl of the glass. Assertive yet refined tannins carry flavors of abundant ripe fruit, minerality, and spice of this opulent wine. Acclaim: GOLD Calaveras County Fair Wine Competition Grand Harvest Awards Wine Competition Orange County Fair Wine Competition SILVER California State Fair Wine Competition Long Beach Grand Cru Wine Competition Los Angeles International Wine Competition Tasting Notes 350 cases produced Question? Comment? info@lucchesivineyards.com Visit: www.lucchesivineyards.com	$23.00 Regular as of 07/26	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (530) 273-1596 Fax: (530).273-1787
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13	Camaraderie Cellars 2005 Cabernet Franc Appellation: Yakima Valley Camaraderie Cellars (Port Angeles, WA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Bright raspberries but with fresh-fruit jam notes contribute to one of the most versatile food wines we make. Meat dishes, of course, but try it with salmon and a fresh fruit salsa for a real Northwest treat. Question? Comment? info@camaraderiecellars.com Visit: www.camaraderiecellars.com	$27.50 Regular as of 02/13	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (360) 417-3564 Tasting Room Open Info & Map Port Angeles, WA
14	Camaraderie Cellars 2004 Cabernet Franc Appellation: Yakima Valley Camaraderie Cellars (Port Angeles, WA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Double Gold/Class Champion in Houston; Gold Medal in Dallas Question? Comment? info@camaraderiecellars.com Visit: www.camaraderiecellars.com	$25.00 Regular as of 02/13	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (360) 417-3564 Tasting Room Open Info & Map Port Angeles, WA
15	Willis Hall 2004 Cabernet Franc View Label Appellation: Columbia Valley Blend of Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Willis Hall (Marysville, WA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: John Bell Cabernet Franc is a red grape variety usually employed in a blending role to uplift, with floral scents, the wines made from traditional Bordeaux grape varieties. It also is the sole variety allowed in the classified red wines from the Chinon region of the Loire Valley in France. In this wine the forward flavors of the Cabernet Franc are complemented by the softer, more lush flavors of Merlot, a better-known Bordeaux variety. Paired foods can range from lightly herbed and spiced dishes to those ... ...read more Visit: www.WillisHall.com	$25.99 Regular as of 04/14	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (360) 653-1247 Fax: (360).572-0140
16	North Mountain Vineyard 2007 Tom's Brook Red Appellation: Shenandoah Valley Cabernet Franc North Mountain Vineyard (Maurertown, VA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Question? Comment? wine@northmountainvineyard.com Visit: www.northmountainvineyard.com	$14.00 Regular as of 02/15	Email Tasting Room Open Info & Map Maurertown, VA
17	Carpenter Creek Winery 2004 Cabernet Franc Port View Label Appellation: Yakima Valley Dessert Wine Carpenter Creek Winery (Mount Vernon, WA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: Jeff Hammer This medium-bodied port shows flavors of chocolate and ripe strawberries with hints of plum, raspberry and vanilla. Fortified with oak-aged brandy for an exceptionally smooth, robust flavor. Visit: www.CarpenterCreek.com	$28.00 Regular as of 07/25	Email Order Direct Online Tasting Room Open Info & Map Mount Vernon, WA
18	Carpenter Creek Winery 2004 Reserve Cabernet Franc View Label Appellation: Yakima Valley Carpenter Creek Winery (Mount Vernon, WA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: Jeff Hammer This special Cabernet Franc is well balanced and refined with complexities true to its varietal nature. Spicy, with cherry and black fruit flavors mingling alongside subtle tannins. This wine is drinking nicely now but is well built for aging. Visit: www.CarpenterCreek.com	$32.00 Regular as of 07/25	Email Order Direct Online Tasting Room Open Info & Map Mount Vernon, WA
19	Memaloose Winery NV Idiot's Grace Appellation: Columbia Gorge Cabernet Franc Memaloose Winery (Lyle, WA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: Brian McCormick A minor vintage claret. Subtle perfumes build in the glass (I’m presently enjoying this bottling as much on the day after it’s been first open). Just medium in weight, and gentle---this was 2008 in the Gorge (showery September, cool ripening period, fruit just ripe by Halloween), which called for tenderness at the press. Mellow and savory, there are scents of muddled dark fruits, leather, perhaps a sprig of mint…. The usually muted acidity was left unadjusted, a fact I may come to regret; ... ...read more Question? Comment? mistralranch@gmail.com Visit: www.winesofthegorge.com	$25.00 Regular as of 02/19	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (360) 635.2887 Fax: (509).365.9571 Tasting Room Open Info & Map Lyle, WA
20	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.["

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