Chappellet Napa Valley Cabernet Franc
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Chappellet Cabernet Franc is a Napa Valley red built as a traditional Bordeaux blend with Cabernet Franc at its base, alongside Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Petit Verdot and Merlot. The original vines on Pritchard Hill were planted in 1989, which makes Cabernet Franc a relatively new addition there. The hill's volcanic soils suit the variety and help it develop ripe, concentrated flavors. The wine spent 22 months in French oak barrels, 60% of them new, before bottling.
Aromas of blueberry, blackberry, roasted coffee and fresh herbs are followed by cola, vanilla and clove. The palate is round and fleshy, with cassis, ripe cherry and dark chocolate, a velvety texture, and hints of creamy oak, smoke and toast from the French barrels.