Breaking Bread Cabernet Franc, Dry Creek Valley, USA
Breaking Bread Cabernet Franc 2023 brings a fresh and approachable take on this noble varietal, offering a light-bodied, vibrant red that celebrates finesse over force. Sourced from the organically farmed Mizany Vineyard in Dry Creek Valley, this wine is inspired by the breezy charm of Chinon, delivering lifted aromatics, bright fruit, and earthy energy with a gentle, rustic edge. Product Details: Varietal Composition: 100% Cabernet Franc Harvest: August 2022 Alcohol: 11.8% Winemaker & Owner: Erik Miller Fermentation: 100% whole cluster in open-top fermenters Aging: 7 months in 100% neutral French oak Farming: Organic (undergoing CCOF certification) Vineyard: Mizany Vineyard (16-acre estate) Soil Type: Cortina gravel Sensory Description: This wine opens with a fragrant bouquet of strawberry, red cherry, and wild herbs, layered with a subtle flinty minerality. On the palate, it’s energetic and light-bodied, driven by fresh red fruit and lively acidity. Fine tannins offer