Lot 514
2022 Spring Mountain District Cabernet Franc

Over $100/bottle under the original label

Lot 514 is a supremely elevated, estate-grown 100% Cabernet Franc from a Spring Mountain stalwart. This winery has a long history of crafting iconic small-lot wines, and has a voracious following built over decades. This fine wine spent 20 months in 100% French oak barrels (60% new) and is a fabulous showcase of the varietal, bridging ancient winemaking history and tradition to the modern age.

Dip your nose into the glass and you’ll discover aromas of raspberries, crushed granite, and dragonfruit, underscored by a subtle kiss of paprika. A refined palate entry reveals layers of bramble fruit, supple new leather, dried herbs, and deftly balanced acidity. Medium-grained velvety tannins are seamlessly integrated and present throughout, leading to a delicately spiced finish that unfolds into shades of red-to-black fruit, additional leather, and vanilla, leaving an enduring, refined impression.