Chappellet 2013 Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley)

Country: US

Province: California

Region: Napa Valley

Variety: Cabernet Franc

Winery: Chappellet

Points: 94

Taster: Virginie Boone

This is an impressively well-crafted, and beautiful wine, blended with 12% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Malbec, the main variety mountain-grown on Pritchard Hill. It shines in big, bold and powerfully built black fruit and leather. Dusty, firm tannins and a taste of graphite, coffee and tar are also highly evident. The finish is tart and seasoned in white pepper. Best enjoyed 2023 through 2033.