Ashes & Diamonds Cabernet Franc "No. 6", Napa Valley, California 2019
Steve Matthiasson, owner and winemaker of Matthiasson, also makes the wines at Ashes & Diamonds, crafting superb bottlings from Napa Valley fruit. The goal: capture the elegance of 1960s Napa and Santa Cruz Mountains wines while still pushing the boundaries of modern winemaking.
Tasting Notes
"A restrained, balanced Cabernet Franc with subtle power and real aromatic finesse, drawn from volcanic clay and sandy loam soils, plus bright acidity and just-ripe fruit. Pair with roast lamb, grilled mushrooms or herb-crusted pork loin." — Harvest Wine Shop
Details
Variety: 100% Cabernet Franc
Region: Napa Valley, California
Vineyard: Southern Napa vineyards closer to the bay; volcanic clay and sandy loam soils
Winemaking: Aged 20 months in French oak (28% new)
Volume: 750ml
Alcohol: 13.5%
Serving Suggestion: Serve at 60–65°F; decant 30 minutes.
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About Ashes & Diamonds
Ashes & Diamonds Winery is a love letter to Napa Valley as it was when it took the world stage in the 1960s, revealing itself, along with Santa Cruz, as a geological wonderland capable of world-class wines.
Located at the gateway of Napa Valley along its main artery, Highway 29, Ashes & Diamonds Winery’s mid-century approach extends to its architecture. As an homage, the iconic zig-zag roof and portholes are a few of the iconic references to the heritage of California mid-century modern design, seamlessly integrated with a state-of-the-art wine production facility surrounded by light, airy landscapes and playful, rolling berms.
Ashes & Diamonds Winery is the ultimate convergence of modern and old-school flavors, committed to offering a wide-ranging group of wines that adhere to an ethos of light-handed winemaking and transparency of terroir.
Shipping information
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