2023 Francis
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2023 was a stellar vintage. A lack of percipitation, and warm, bright days distinguished this vintage from others. The wines carry a weight and structure that is increasingly associated with premium sites in Virginia.
Wine Specs
Vintage
2023
Harvest Date
9/22-10/8/24
Acid
6.7
pH
3.7
Aging
French Oak, 30% new oak
Fermentation
1 ton bins, 3.5 weeks
Bottling Date
9/24
Alcohol %
13.9
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
This wine offers an enchanting bouquet of balsam and wild blackberry, woven together with delicate hints of lavender.
Vineyard Notes
2023 was an exceptional vintage. A lack of precipitation, and warm, bright days distinguished this vintage from others. The wines carry a weight and concentration that is increasingly associated with premium sites in Virginia.
Production Notes
Our Cabernet Sauvignon dominant Bordeaux blend is fine example how well the grape can do under the right conditions. After being chilled overnight the fruit was destemmed, sorted, and fermented in 1- ton bins for roughly 3.5 weeks. Gently pressed, settled over night and racked to French oak barrels, 30% new oak.
Winemaker Notes
2023 was a unique year. The weather cooperated with a good balance between day and night time temps and very little precipitation. Insect and mildew pressure were negligent. The fruit came in really clean, and ripe. These vintages require a degree of restraint in the cellar in order to not over extract. The reds are full of finesse and elegance. They are showing well now but have many years left until their prime.
Production
170 cases