Our 2017 vintage displays aromas and flavors of cherry cola, red licorice and hints of raspberry. The palate is mighty with robust tannins and ripe red fruit flavors with a hint of peppercorn spice that leads to a smooth, lingering finish.

The St. Jean Estate Cabernet Franc blocks include 2 separate plantings (1987 and 1996) totaling 6.95 acres on the benchland leading to the winery from the valley floor. A near-perfect season in 2018 resulted in Cabernet Franc with great flavor and complexity. Over 20 months aging in American oak imparted supple, velvety textures and hints of vanilla to the wine.

This 2019 Cabernet Franc delivers an aromatic profile that hints at an herbal side, but ultimately delivers more floral and red fruit elements. The aromas are followed by flavors of violets, smoke, black cherries, pomegranate, plum, and incense.

Our 2019 Handmade Cabernet Franc opens with savory aromas of tobacco and juniper, and while it sits, additional note of olive and pepper spice are present. The palate is thick and viscous with bright acidity and flavors of ripe raspberry and strawberry. Medium-firm tannins are present on the lingering, oak tinged finish.

Herbaceous aromas and flavors of green tobacco, bayleaf and pine. Light florals and hints of raspberry and black cherry pie. Medium-bodied with broad tannins and oak nuances of sweet cedar, tobacco leaf, toasted graham and clove.

Black raspberry, plum, and vanilla bean aromas intertwine with herbaceous notes of green tobacco, bay leaf, pine. Medium-full bodied with broad tannins. Rich, sweet plum, and fresh blackberry greet the palate with notes of cinnamon, clove, toasted graham, and sweet cedar.