2016 Foley Sonoma Cabernet Franc, Alexander Valley
Winemaker Notes
True to the varietal, this Cabernet Franc marries bright red cherry with
herbaceous notes and cigar box to create a complex and intriguing nose.
Silky tannins and an elegant acidity balance the bright fruit creating a
complex and inviting wine. Although this wine is drinking well in its youth,
keeping in a safe place for 3-5 years will add more depth and intrigue.
Composition
76% Cabernet Franc, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Merlot,
2% Malbec, 1% Petit Verdot
Wine Specs
Vintage
2016
Varietal
Cabernet Franc
Appellation
Alexander Valley
Harvest Date
October 13, 2016
Acid
5.8 g/L
pH
3.63
Aging
22 months in French oak, 40% new
Alcohol %
14
Production Notes
The vineyards of Foley Sonoma lie at the heart of our estate in the Alexander
Valley. Our Cabernet Franc comes from just one acre of our estate valley
floor planted on mostly clay soils. The block is oriented north/south, and
benefits from plenty of sunshine during the growing season. Following
harvest, the grapes were fermented in stainless steel tanks and then racked
to French oak barrels. After aging for 22 months with regular lees stirring,
the wine was bottled.
Vineyard Notes
2016 was a superb vintage in Alexander Valley. Although yields were
slightly lower than in 2015, fruit quality was high across all varietals.
Veraison set in early and completed by the end of July - beginning of
August, and a week of warm temperatures pushed harvest up ahead of
schedule. The fruit was harvested October 13, 2016 and entered the crush
pad in optimal condition.
Production
171 cases produced
