Barrel Thief Cabernet Franc

2023 Walla Walla Valley Cabernet Franc

The Dusted Valley Barrel Thief Cabernet Franc from the 2023 vintage hails from the renowned Walla Walla Valley in Washington State. This red wine showcases a beautiful hue in the glass, embodying the essence of the region's terroir. The wine exudes a balanced profile with a captivating body, lively acidity, prominent fruit intensity, notable tannins, and a dry finish. The Cabernet Franc grape variety expresses itself elegantly in this bottling, offering a delightful experience for wine enthusiasts.

Tasting notes:

Blackberry

Blackcurrant

Baking Spice

Pairs well with:

Herbed Lamb Chops, Roasted Lamb, Lamb Chops

Region:

Columbia Valley

Sheltered by the rain shadow of the Cascade Mountains, Columbia Valley is home to the majority of Washington's vineyards. Cool nights keep zippy acidity in the grapes, while long daylight hours give the fruit plenty of chance to ripen. This results in full-bodied Merlot, elegant Cabernet Sauvignon and deeply concentrated Syrah. White wines are just as tantalizing, with toasty oak-touched Chardonnay and ripe stone fruit-flavored Riesling taking the spotlight. Sub-AVAs to look out for are Yakima Valley and Walla Walla. The Columbia Valley is one of the only appellations in the United States to occupy vineyards in two states, as it crosses the Oregon border in the southern part of the valley.

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