One of the parents of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc has historically played a supporting role in our LMV Salon. Cabernet Franc is a noble variety that has an uneven (qualitative and stylistic) history in Napa Valley. At Larkmead, Cabernet Franc in heavier, richer soils and look forward to the stylistic variances seen with a new planting of Cabernet Franc on Cortina soils. The goal is to allow this wine to differentiate itself by including a higher percentage of Cabernet Franc (up to 70%). Larkmead's goal is to elevate the variety's complimentary characteristics (spice, herb) to Cabernet Sauvignon and produce a wine that exalts the complexity of the Estate.
Henrik Poulsen
70% CS, 30% CF 804 cases produced. 94+ pts.
70% CS, 30% CF 804 cases produced. 94+ pts.
9.5Carla Goodhart
Gem Theo
Gem Theo
9.4Aaron Hamrock
Decanted for a couple of hours. Really showing a lot of red fruit. Really nice wine for a Wednesday.
Decanted for a couple of hours. Really showing a lot of red fruit. Really nice wine for a Wednesday.
9.5Location
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