{"title":"Cabernet Franc","description":"\u003cp\u003eCabernet Franc is the aromatic, food-friendly red that rewards a little curiosity. Lighter and more perfumed than its famous offspring Cabernet Sauvignon, it shows bright red fruit lifted by a leafy, graphite edge and, in the right spot, a twist of black pepper. Serve it slightly cool and it sings at the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Loire heartland: Chinon, Bourgueil and Saumur-Champigny\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grape's spiritual home is the middle Loire, where it makes fresh, medium-bodied varietal reds with lively acidity. Chinon and Bourgueil built their name on it, and Saumur-Champigny turns out some of the most drinkable reds in France. Chalky tuffeau soils give a taut, mineral cut, while warmer gravel yields rounder, more approachable wines. Most drink beautifully young, though the best age a decade or more. Explore the wider \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/loire\"\u003eLoire\u003c\/a\u003e for whites and sparkling from the same corner of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/france\"\u003eFrance\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBordeaux's Right Bank and beyond France\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Bordeaux, Cabernet Franc is a key blending grape, adding perfume and backbone alongside plush \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/merlot\"\u003eMerlot\u003c\/a\u003e and firmer \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cabernet-sauvignon\"\u003eCabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/a\u003e. It hits its glorious peak on the Right Bank at Cheval Blanc in Saint-Émilion, where it can dominate the blend. Follow it into classic \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bordeaux\"\u003eBordeaux\u003c\/a\u003e to taste it in context. Beyond France it thrives in California, Argentina and Italy, and its bright acidity also makes crisp, dry \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rose-wine\"\u003erosé\u003c\/a\u003e, most famously the Loire's Cabernet d'Anjou.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCabernet Franc FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Cabernet Franc taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect raspberry and blackcurrant fruit framed by leafy, herbal notes, a touch of graphite and often a peppery lift. Tannins are moderate and the acidity fresh, so it feels lighter and more immediate than Cabernet Sauvignon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat food pairs with Cabernet Franc?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts acidity and savoury edge love company. Try roast chicken, duck, grilled salmon, mushroom dishes and charcuterie, and reach for it with tomato-based sauces, where its freshness cuts cleanly through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShould I serve Cabernet Franc chilled?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it twenty minutes in the fridge. A lighter Loire red is at its best slightly cool, around 14 to 16°C, which sharpens the fruit and keeps it refreshing.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"2018-la-jota-cabernet-franc-howell-mountain","title":"2018 La Jota Cabernet Franc Howell Mountain","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2018 La Jota Cabernet Franc Howell Mountain is a powerful yet finely etched expression of mountain-grown Napa Valley Cabernet Franc. Sourced from the elevated slopes of Howell Mountain, this wine combines intense fruit, firm structure, and lifted aromatics in a distinctly cool, high-altitude style. Produced in tiny quantities—around 3,500 bottles only in the best years—it is a collector-worthy red that showcases the pedigree of this historic terroir and variety.\n\nWhat sets this wine apart is its origin: vineyards perched between 1,400 and 2,500 feet above sea level, where vines share rugged volcanic soils with pine, oak, madrone, and coastal redwoods. Howell Mountain was recognized as one of Napa Valley’s first official AVAs in 1983, though its distinctiveness had already been praised back in the 1880s by the St. Helena Star as one of California’s most clearly defined wine districts. La Jota channels this history into a pure, 100% Cabernet Franc aged 22 months in French oak barriques (65% new), resulting in a wine of both mountain strength and aromatic finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the 2018 La Jota Cabernet Franc shows a deep garnet-purple hue, signaling both concentration and youth. The nose is immediately perfumed and expressive, opening with red roses and kirsch, followed by layers of ripe plum, redcurrant jelly, and mulberry. Secondary nuances of graphite pencil shavings, fragrant earth, and subtle spice add complexity and a distinctly mountain-grown, mineral edge.\n\nOn the palate, this is medium to full-bodied, with tightly coiled, muscular red fruit at its core—think red cherries, plum skin, and wild berries—framed by firm, grainy tannins and vibrant acidity. There is a palpable freshness and tension that keeps the wine lively, carrying through to a long, persistent finish marked by earthy undertones, mineral sparks, and lingering floral notes. The structure and balance suggest excellent aging potential: while already enjoyable with a proper decant, this 2018 should continue to evolve gracefully for 10–15 years or more, developing greater aromatic complexity and polishing its tannins over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe La Jota Cabernet Franc Howell Mountain is crafted from vineyards situated high above the Napa Valley floor, within the Howell Mountain AVA, where elevation and exposure play a defining role. The rocky, shallow volcanic soils, combined with abundant wind and cooling fog, naturally limit yields and promote small, intensely flavored berries, echoing the conditions of Europe’s great classic wine regions that first inspired La Jota’s founders. Harvest is carried out with careful selection to ensure optimal ripeness and purity of fruit, preserving Cabernet Franc’s hallmark aromatics and structure. In the cellar, the wine is vinified as 100% Cabernet Franc and then matured for 22 months in French oak barriques, 65% of which are new, adding subtle layers of toast, spice, and texture without overwhelming the varietal character or the mountain freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis structured, aromatic Cabernet Franc is a superb match for richly flavored, savory dishes. Consider pairing it with herb-crusted lamb, grilled or roasted beef, game birds, venison, or braised short ribs; it also works beautifully with mushroom-based dishes, truffle risotto, and aged hard cheeses such as Comté or aged Gouda. Serve at 16–18°C (60–64°F) to highlight both fruit and aromatics. 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