2022 Amici To Kalon Cabernet Franc - Limited Availability. Contact us to inquire.

96points

Jeb Dunnuck

“A gorgeous wine”

Vineyard Notes

Originally planted in 1868 by Hamilton Crabb, the To Kalon vineyard has produced some of the Napa Valley’s best Cabernets ever since gaining legendary status as one of America’s first-growth vineyards. To Kalon, Ancient Greek for “the highest beauty,” sits on prime Oakville bench land where well-drained, gravelly soils combine with optimal sun exposure to yield rich, complex flavors and impeccable fruit maturity.

Winemaking Notes

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A standout of the vintage, the 2022 To Kalon Cabernet Franc is a classic, thrilling expression of the variety. Aromas of chocolate, baking herbs, and thin mint cookie are both inviting and complex. The palate is unctuous and rich, with layers of umami, nori paper, black licorice, and fudge, culminating in a “liquid chocolate” sensation. This wine is flat-out gorgeous, with depth and character that showcase why 2022 was such a remarkable year for Cabernet Franc.

Vintage
2022
Varietal
Cabernet Franc - Limited Availability. Contact us to inquire.
Vineyard
To Kalon
Appellation
Oakville, Napa Valley
Blend
77% Cabernet Franc, 23% Cabernet Sauvignon
Alcohol
14.8%
Fermentation & Aging
100% Stainless Steel fermentation; Aged 22 months in 100% new French oak barrels

A Single Vineyard Wine

To Kalon

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Reviews

96points

Jeb Dunnuck

The 2022 Cabernet Franc Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard is based on 80% Cabernet Franc and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon. It has a very Franc nose of bright red and blue fruits as well as sappy flowers, underbrush, and tobacco. This carries to a medium to full-bodied 2022 with terrific purity, a broad, layered mouthfeel, nicely integrated tannins, and outstanding length. It’s a gorgeous wine that has the riper style of the vintage while still staying fresh, balanced, and nicely structured. Drink bottles over the coming 10-12+ years, although I wouldn’t be surprised to see it keep longer.

95points

James Suckling

A brilliant, balanced, elegant wine that’s silky in texture and perfumed with roses, cherries and cedar. An exceptional wine from a difficult vintage. It carries beautiful flavors lightly on fine-grained tannins, with enough tangy acidity for balance while technically full-bodied. Drink now or hold.

93points

Vinous

The 2022 Cabernet Franc Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard is a pretty, scaled-down wine with fine balance and plenty of stylishness. Dark cherry/plum fruit, licorice and spice introduce a soft, engaging wine. All the elements are nicely balanced.

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