2023 Cabernet Franc

winemaker's note

“I’ve always wanted to make a single varietal Cabernet Franc from Margaret River. We hand-picked and hand-sorted a tiny quantity of fruit sourced from two mature vineyards in the Yallingup Hills to make our 100% Cab Franc. Made in a vibrant, modern style, this wine is highly perfumed, complex, has a generous palate and fine, velvety tannins.”

Julian Langworthy, Chief Winemaker

colour

Deep ruby. 

aroma

The nose displays layers of red cherries, raspberry seed and wild herbs while showcasing its unique freshness and youth.At once powerful yet contained with the varieties beautifully matched.

palate

This wine is elegant and detailed. Redcurrant, black cherry and subtle spice are all harmonious with subtle oak to ensure full varietal expression is enjoyed.

cellaring

This wine may be enjoyed on release but will find further complexity three to five years from vintage.

vintage

We had a mild spring with adequate soil moisture, resulting in a slightly later season. A moderate summer led to ideal ripening conditions with little pressure in the vineyard and a lack of any major rain events during the ripening season. Consistently warm days and cool evenings made for great retention of acid within the grapes, whilst achieving optimal fruit expression.

winemaking

The Deep Woods Estate Cabernet Franc is an expressive blend of two mature vineyards in the Yallingup hills region of Margaret River that captures and frames the beauty of this wonderful varietal.

The fruit was hand-picked and sorted, gently macerated for 10 days before maturation for 9 months in seasoned French oak.

region

Margaret River

variety

Cabernet Franc 

analysis

• Alcohol: 14.0%
• pH: 3.62
• TA: 5.50 g/L

Chargrilled rump steak with stuffed peppers.