2021Stoneridge Blanc de Cabernet Franc
2021Stoneridge Blanc de Cabernet Franc
100% Cabernet Franc crafted from Stoneridge Vineyard in the Royal Slope. Stoneridge is a sustainably farmed high-elevation vineyard with varied soil types, which contribute complexity to the wine. It was harvested early in the morning of September 18th. Upon arrival at the winery, the Cabernet Franc was gently pressed to avoid drawing out any pigment, fermented, and aged entirely in stainless steel to focus on the purity of fruit. After seven months of aging, the wine was bottled March 30th, 2022.
"The pale gold Blanc de Cabernet Franc shows intense notes of pyrazines, green pea, asparagus, lemon peel, and cedar. The wine opens to sweeter aromas without losing its green core. Swirling brings cantaloupe, mint, black pepper, crushed rocks, white flowers, and raw honey. The mouthfeel is mouthwatering, pure, and vibrant, with great texture and volume. There’s also a very elegant salinity and minerality attached to it. This unicorn wine finishes long and juicy, with a touch of grip. Enjoy now or in the next 6 years." - Matías Kúsulas, Winemaker
Awards & Accolades
"Fruit for this wine was gently pressed upon arrival at the winery to avoid bringing any pigment. It was subsequently fermented and aged in stainless steel. The aromas offer notes of herb, corn husk, and citrus. The palate is full-feeling and textural, showing depth and intensity. There’s one hand on the throttle, with impressive acidity keeping it all in control. Critic's Choice"
- 91 points, Sean Sullivan, Northwest Wine Report
Vineyards
Stoneridge Vineyard
Stoneridge Vineyard
Stoneridge Vineyard possesses a mixture of well-drained sandy and loamy soil layered over large rocks and gravel in the Royal Slope AVA. It is owned by the Davis family, a long-time Royal Slope farming family. The Davis family started planting Stoneridge in 2000, with further development from 2006-2013.
Located 5 miles south of Corfu Crossing, this site has an elevation of 760-814 feet and row spacing is at 9’ by 6’, planted off axis. Grape varieties planted here include Cabernet Sauvignon, Chenin Blanc, Malbec, Syrah, Tempranillo and Viognier.
