Sparkman 2012 Yonder Cabernet Franc (Red Mountain)

Country: US / Yonder
Variety: Cabernet Franc Washington
Winery: Sparkman / Red Mountain

Yonder is principally Kiona vineyard Cabernet Franc, with 20% Klipsun Cabernet Sauvignon. A potent combo, it was aged in 60% new French oak, and it’s oak that provides the sweet scents that greet you at first sniff. Ample blackberry, black cherry and cassis fruit is set amidst the toasty, roasty tannins, with layers of espresso and dark chocolate compounding the finish.