2021 Cabernet Franc Quintessence Vineyard Red Mountain

Amongst Covale's trio of 2021 releases, the Cabernet Franc is by far the more feminine in style of the three. While some Cab Francs exhibit vegetal or green pepper notes, not this one. Instead there's a ripeness that shows pure fruit with a bit of dark cherry and sarsaparilla notes, along with a subtle but pleasant chocolately carmel backdrop and a kiss of toasty oak. This is a gorgeous wine that is so easy to like it will be appreciated by a wide array of wine lovers, with a soft, silky finish. Look forward to a wine that is slightly darker and richer than most Cabernet Franc's out there, and if you haven't had winemaker Marv Crum's Cabernet Franc before, expect it to change what you think of this varietal.

- David LeClaire, Sommelier

Winemaker Marv Crum