WINE DESCRIPTION
Caladan Cabernet Franc is a premium red wine crafted by the renowned producer, located in the esteemed Napa Valley appellation of California. The vineyards where the Cabernet Franc grapes are sourced boast exceptional features, such as well-drained soils, ample sunshine, and cool coastal breezes, which impart unique characteristics to the wine. The winemaking process involves meticulous hand-harvesting, followed by gentle destemming and aging in French oak barrels. The resulting wine exudes an elegant style with notes of dark berries, spices, and tobacco, complemented by a silky texture and smooth tannins. Caladan Cabernet Franc is a true showcase of Napa Valley's winemaking excellence and is sure to captivate wine connoisseurs with its rich flavors and refined complexity.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Caladan Cabernet Franc offers a complex nose of blackberry, cherry, plum, cassis and mocha with subtle hints of tobacco and cedar.On the palate, the wine is rich and full-bodied, with a velvety texture and firm tannins. Flavors of black cherry and espresso beans mingle with herbs, spice and a hint of earthy minerality. The finish is long and lingering, with a pleasant acidity. Overall, this Cabernet Franc is an excellent expression of the variety, offering great complexity and well-integrated flavors.
EXPERT RATING
4.5
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Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Bold
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Lean
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (2)
Cabernet Franc
Merlot
ORIGINS
Winery: Caladan
Region: Napa
Nestled in the heart of California, USA, Napa is a renowned wine region that has been producing some of the world's finest wines for over 150 years. With its stunning scenery, unique climate and diverse topography, Napa is a paradise for wine lovers.
The history of winemaking in Napa dates back to the mid-19th century, when a group of European immigrants settled in the area and began planting vineyards. By the late 19th century, Napa had become a major wine-producing region, with a number of wineries producing high-quality wines. Today, Napa is one of the most important wine regions in the world, with over 400 wineries producing some of the finest wines in the world.CUSTOMER RATING
4.7
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