2016 Matthiasson Cabernet Franc, Matthiasson Vineyard Napa Valley, USA KOBAL A cold snap in January

A cold snap in January resulted in lower yields across most vinifera varieties

We co-ferment the Syrah with 100% whole cluster and 5% Viognier grapes that are also grown at the family site

punchdowns and delestage are used

"Sgarzon" is a cooler

During the maceration

2016 Matthiasson Cabernet Franc, Matthiasson Vineyard Napa Valley, USA KOBAL A cold snap in JanuaryFrom the familys organically farmed vineyard in Napas cool Oak Knoll District, this Cabernet Franc is picked on the earlier side for lift and detail and fermented with native yeasts in small tanks, mostly destemmed, with gentle daily pump overs to keep the tannins fine. levage is deliberately quietlong time in neutral French oak (older barrels and puncheons) to preserve vineyard voicethen bottling with minimal intervention This wine is offered from a