Another full throttle Cabernet Franc from Chappellet, embracing the best characteristics of the grape, from bold black cherry fruit to sage and pepper, with notes of dusty chocolate, cedar chest and black fruit adding complexity and depth. Supple tannins keep all the flavors together through a long, rich finish. There’s aging potential here as you’d expect — give this a long decant near term, or start checking the cellar in about five years from now. Contains 12% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Malbec.
Chappellet, Napa Valley (California) Cabernet Franc 2013
By Rich Cook