As we continue our search for the absolute best, domestic, varietally-bottled Cabernet Franc, we came across Halcyon Wines who is quickly becoming one of the most sought after producers of the varietal in the country. This 2016 vintage is stellar, with notes of wild strawberry and bell pepper, followed a hint of tobacco, kirsch, and dried herbs. This is a purer, fresher Cab Franc than some of the bigger expressions coming out of Napa, but doesn't sacrifice the savory character so coveted in the varietal, and that's what makes it so drinkable. 60% Paso Robles, 40% Contra Costa County. 100% Cabernet Franc. 250 cases produced.
After biding his time at California’s iconic Paso Robles winery, Tablas Creek, the Elwell’s took the domestic wine scene by storm, producing wines from one grape and one grape only: Cabernet Franc. It wasn’t just the wines of France’s Loire Valley that influenced their devotion to the grape but Tyler’s early discovery of what more moderate climates on the West Coast could accomplish with it. In addition to their very drinkable California appellation bottling, they also produce single-vineyard expressions and Blanc of Cabernet Franc that is simply irresistible.
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