Frank Family Cabernet Sauvignon Rutherford Resv

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TASTING NOTES The 2013 Rutherford Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon shows a deep and opaque garnet color. On the nose, aromas of briar and blackberry, dark cherry, vanilla, cloves, and leather emerge from the glass. the full-bodied wine envelopes the palate with tannin and flavors of blackberries, cloves, and coffee. the finish is incredibly longVINEYARDS the Frank Family Rutherford Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon is sourced from a few prime vineyards in the Rutherford AVA including Rich and Leslie Franks Winston Hill vineyard. the hand-terraced vine rows have southwestern exposure and consist of well-drained volcanic and sandstone soils that rise nearly 500 feet from the valley floor. Frank Familys Benjamin Vineyard which is right across the Silverado Trail from Winston Hill and spans 87 acres with 70 acres planted with vines. the Benjamin Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon adds depth and the classic Rutherford dust character to the Rutherford Reserve. And finishing out the blend are a fewhand-selected blocks from our closest neighboring vineyards.COOPERAGE 20 months in 50% new French oak barrels and 50% once-filled French oak barrels. – Frank Family Vineyards