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Winemaker Notes: Our 2005 Rutherford Reserve Cabernet Franc was harvested in October, 2005, hand selected and hand sorted from our organically grown Rutherford Vineyard. It was then aged in small, tight-grained staves of French Oak to impart complex flavor notes and firm tannin structure. This wine exemplifies the unique profile that a single-variety Cabernet Franc can offer. 99% Cabernet Franc, 1% Cabernet Sauvignon.
Sensory Description: Dark Garnet with exquisite aromas of black fruit and a hint of bay leaf. Luscious, round and complex flavors of berries and plum with hints of cocoa, cedar and cigar box. Lush and full bodied with a finish that continues long after the glass is empty.
| Alcohol: | 15.3% |
| Barrel Aging: | 26 months |
| Barrel Type: | 100% French Oak, 85% New |
| # of Cases: | 980 |
| Date Harvest: | 10/05 |
| Date Bottled: | 03/08 |
| Date Released: | 07/08 |
| Aging Potential: | 8 - 10 years |
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