Foundry
2019 Cabernet Franc
"Stagecoach Vineyard"
Napa Valley AVA
Auction 25 | Lot No. 128
Vintage: 2019
Foundry
Cabernet Franc
Napa Valley
10 cases produced
Highlights
- An expressive interpretation of outstanding Cabernet Franc fruit from Stagecoach Vineyard in Napa Valley
- Fruit was grown in Block E1, encompassing a stretch of low-yielding vines that deliver unparalleled elegance
- A long maceration followed by 20 months aging in Taransaud French oak; 50% new oak, medium-plus toast
- Your wine is blended with a small percentage of Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot, also from Stagecoach Vineyard
Description
This exceptional 2019 Cabernet Franc from Stagecoach Vineyard in Napa showcases the expressive qualities of an elegant varietal. The Stagecoach property itself is a study in determination, cultivated with a bandit, a water witch and the removal of 1 billion tons of rock. Once considered unplantable, this world-class vineyard spans multiple micro-climates dotting rugged terrain, yielding fruit of astonishing quality. Winemaker Patrick Saboe sourced the fruit for this Premiere Napa Valley lot from his very favorite block, E1. This block encompasses low yielding vines that deliver enticing aromatics of red fruit and soft berry, gradually giving way to refined minerality and light herbaceous notes for a wine of unparalleled elegance. After a long maceration, this lot was aged in legendary Taransaud French Oak, using 50% new oak for a wine of complexity and nuance. The finished wine incorporates a small percentage of Cabernet Sauvignon for added depth and Petit Verdot for additional structure and a lingering finish. Both blending components are also sourced from Stagecoach Vineyard, for a 100% Stagecoach Vineyard wine.
Wine Facts
- Wine is unfiltered
- Single vineyard wine
Patrick Saboe
Winemaker, Foundry
In 1996, Patrick Saboe was reshaping the Charleston, SC restaurant scene at nationally lauded Slightly North of Broad, when a honeymoon to California’s wine country changed his life. What began as an excuse to celebrate nuptials, transformed into a journey in pursuit of the perfect fermentation. Toward this end, Patrick traded kitchen tools for winemaking textbooks .
Country born: USA
Education: Enology & Viticulture program at U.C. Davis
Years in the wine industry: 20-30 years
Winemaking Philosophy:
Patrick’s winemaking philosophy is simple: exceptional wines are made from exceptional fruit with exceptional care. Consequently, he collaborates closely with the numerous growers who partner
with The Wine Foundry, assuring that quality is paramount.
Maxwells Restaurant & Bar
1380 9th Street East
West Fargo ND 58078
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Other Premiere Napa Valley Wines available from Maxwells Restaurant & Bar:
| Winery | Vintage | Variety | Appellation | Fanciful | Auction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boeschen Vineyards | 2022 | Cabernet Sauvignon | St. Helena | Barrel Select Cabernet | 28 (2024) |
| Silverado Vineyards | 2022 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Stags Leap District | Silver Lining | 28 (2024) |
| Kale Wines | 2020 | Syrah | Los Carneros | Hyde Vineyard | 26 (2022) |
| Rutherford Hill Winery | 2019 | Red Table Wine | Napa Valley | Grotto Blend | 26 (2022) |
| Foundry | 2019 | Cabernet Franc | Napa Valley | Stagecoach Vineyard | 25 (2021) |
| Anderson's Conn Valley Vineyards | 2015 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Estate Cuvee | 21 (2017) |
Winery Distribution
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