A bold and beautifully sculpted mountain red, the 2022 Cabernet Franc from Pride delivers power, polish, and unmistakable character. This is a standout Napa/Sonoma bottling with serious pedigree and soaring aromatics.
Taste
Dark cherry, blackberry, and plum are layered with notes of graphite, fresh sage, cocoa, and dried violet. Full-bodied and structured, yet surprisingly supple, it finishes with firm tannins, vibrant acidity, and lingering spice. A serious, cellar-worthy red with immediate appeal.
About the Winery/Winemaker
Perched high atop the Mayacamas Mountains on the Napa-Sonoma county line, Pride Mountain Vineyards is renowned for crafting wines that combine mountain intensity with balance and finesse. Founded in the early 1990s, the estate is now led by winemaker Sally Johnson Blakeman, whose thoughtful, terroir-driven approach has earned widespread acclaim. The winery’s elevated position—around 2,100 feet—gives the wines freshness, structure, and distinct minerality.
Why We Love It
Cabernet Franc often flies under the radar in Napa/Sonoma, but this bottling proves it deserves top billing. It’s rich, expressive, and impeccably made, with just the right mix of fruit, earth, and herb. Whether you’re aging it or drinking it now, it’s a bottle that overdelivers every time.
Technical Wine Notes
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Origin: Spring Mountain, Napa/Sonoma County, California
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Varietals: 88% Cabernet Franc, 7% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon
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Farming: Sustainable
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Fermentation/Aging: Aged 18 months in French oak (40% new)
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Alcohol: ~14.5% ABV
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Style: Full-bodied, structured, aromatic and complex
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