Cerebella, Columbia Valley (Washington) Cabernet Franc 2017

 With so much Cabernet Sauvignon being crafted in a way that eliminates any sort of green character, it’s good to know that such character can still be found in bottles labeled as Cabernet Franc.  There are certain herb-driven meat preps that just cry out for a little bit of the garden in the glass, and this offering from Cerebella – a new player to me – will get your cerebellum firing about pairing possibilities.  The green elements are well folded without being erased, and they linger through a long finish.  Nice!