Not over-extracted or over-oaked, this wine has a nose of rose petal, integrated oak and vanilla with the slightest hint of green pepper making this definably Cabernet Franc. This classic nose is followed by flavors of rose and lavender, oak, ripe fruit and a long finish.

Sourced 100% from Copeland Vineyard. 21 months aged on French oak, 62% new, 5% second fill, 33% third fill. 537 cases produced. 

When we set out on this wine venture in 2000, we hadn’t even given Copeland Vineyard its name. In fact, when our family made the decision to add a vineyard and winery to its storied farming portfolio, we were merely “the help” (tractor drivers, forklift operators, El Ranchito take-out retrievers). Sure enough, our childhood “summers on the farm” eventually became “life on the farm” as we became increasingly involved with the new and exciting wine project. Even before we began making wine, we were drawn to the experience of it. Our fondest memories were those of family and friends accompanied by lively conversation, laughter and an intriguing assortment of wine.