Chappellet, Napa Valley, Pritchard Hill Estate, Cabernet Franc 2000 Zinfandel and wines remain with their

and wines remain with their separate vineyard blocks until final blending

The slightly lower octane here translates to laser-like focus and lovely vibrancy on the backend

serious and layered

cocoa/coffee & vanilla/oak in the background

Chappellet, Napa Valley, Pritchard Hill Estate, Cabernet Franc 2000 Zinfandel and wines remain with theirPritchard Hill Estate Vineyard Cabernet Franc is a traditional Bordeaux blend with Cabernet Franc as its base. The original vines were planted in 1989 solely to support our Cabernet Sauvignon making this a relatively new discovery. The property is highly suitable to the Bordeaux varietals and the Cabernet Franc thrives on Pritchard Hill. Each year the blend varies depending on the strength of the other varietals and what they can bring to the wine.