Detert Family Vineyards

Cabernet Franc 'East Block'

Cabernet Franc 'East Block'

Cabernet Franc East Block Detert Family Vineyards

Detert Family’s Cabernet Franc vineyard is believed to be the first Cabernet Franc vineyard in Napa Valley and still holds the title to Napa’s oldest Cabernet Franc vines!

  • 100% Cabernet Franc from the oldest Cabernet Franc vines in Napa Valley
  • The clonal material comes from a block of Cabernet Franc planted at Detert in 1949 which was replanted in 1979
  • Production: 200 cases
  • Harvest Dates: September 24th – October 8th, 2019

Vinification:

  • Fermented in small stainless tanks with a combination of pump overs and punch downs
  • 14 to 30 day macerations
  • Pressed to barrel and aged 18 months in French Oak barrels (70% new)

Info

Vintage:
2021
Country:
United States
Region:
California
Appellation:
Oakville
Variety:
Cabernet Franc
Color:
Red
Farming Practice:
Practicing Organic

Sizes Available

Full Bottle US-DET-42-21 3/750ml

Resources

REVIEWS FROM PAST VINTAGES