Chappellet, Napa Valley, Pritchard Hill Estate, Cabernet Franc 2004 Burgundy Rouge Cyril produces a separate cuvee

Cyril produces a separate cuvee from the estate’s oldest and best-exposed vines closest to the chateau itself

it exhibits a dense ruby/purple color to the rim along with a luxurious bouquet of cedarwood

Inviting and soft on the mouth

Drinking the Sonoma Coast Pinot for my birthday

Tasted 05/10/2013

Chappellet, Napa Valley, Pritchard Hill Estate, Cabernet Franc 2004 Burgundy Rouge Cyril produces a separate cuveePritchard Hill Estate Vineyard Cabernet Franc is a traditional Bordeaux blend with Cabernet Franc as its base. The original vines were planted in 1989 solely to support our Cabernet Sauvignon making this a relatively new discovery. The property is highly suitable to the Bordeaux varietals and the Cabernet Franc thrives on Pritchard Hill. Each year the blend varies depending on the strength of the other varietals and what they can bring to the wine.