2019 St Francis, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma
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WINE AT A GLANCE
Red Wine
Cabernet Sauvignon
14.8% ABV
Big and Powerful
USA, California, Sonoma County
ABOUT THE WINE
Established in 1971 by Joe Founder, St. Francis has reflected the finest mountain and valley vineyards in and around Sonoma County for over 50 years.
Today, the vineyards of St. Francis are farmed per Certified Sustainable standards. Their estate vineyards present a stunning diversity as they are scattered around Sonoma Valley and the famous Russian River Valley, each with diverse compositions of limestone, loam, clay and black & red volcanic soils. They also buy fruit from some of the oldest vineyards in the region, farming beautifully gnarly old vine Zinfandel, by nurturing their long-standing relationships for decades.
TASTING NOTES
The fruit was sourced from estate vineyards in the Russian River Valley and from various top-quality vineyards in Dry Creek Valley and Alexander Valley. An expressively quintessential example of California Cabernet Sauvignon, the dark fruit characteristics of chocolate-laden cassis, blackberry, bramble and dark plums lead to liquorice, sage and subtle green pepper savouriness, together with the spice and the toast of the oak leading to a smooth and warm finish. Aged in 20% new oak barrels for 18 months.
FOOD PAIRING
Beef Wellington or Rack of Lamb with rosemary roasted potatoes
FRIARWOOD SAYS
St. Francis’ gorgeous mission-style estate and Tasting Room building is in the heart of the valley surrounded by estate-owned vineyards. Their bell tower, pictured on their labels houses a 1,000-pound bronze bell cast by the Marinelli Foundry in Italy. It chimes every hour and can be heard throughout the valley.
All orders over £130 receive free Standard Delivery or can choose Next Day Delivery for just £2.95.
For orders under £130 delivery prices start from just £3.95, with Next Day Delivery for £9.95.
Free Click & Collect is also available from our Parsons Green shop, subject to stock availability.
Please note, orders must be placed by 2pm on a business day for Next Day Delivery. Orders placed after this cutoff will be processed the next business day.
