Lieu Dit Cabernet Franc 2023A bright, nervy take on cool climate American Cabernet Franc, opening with red currant, tart cherry, and cranberry skin, edged by green bell pepper and fresh thyme. Theres a gentle graphite and crushed stone note running underneath, with hints of violets and dried bay leaf. Light bodied and agile on its feet, the palate is driven by acidity rather than weight, finishing with savory herbs, a touch of jalapeo heat, and fine, tea like tannins that fade

for the Loire Valley

No one is naïve about the difficulties and challenges of growing Pinot Noir away from its home in Burgundy (even there

" - Decanter

What was I to do

Pale and breezy in feel

It’ll drink exceptionally well now – or seven years from now

and the vintage

pop off a glass

The Loire Valley has always felt a little mischievous to me

dark spice

“98 points

And in the vineyard this pattern is repeated over and over again