The 2021 vintage in Napa Valley is widely hailed as an "exceptional" and "apex vintage" for Cabernet Franc, following a challenging 2020. Despite drought conditions, the season saw early bud break, flowering, and veraison, with a smooth, uneventful harvest. This resulted in low yields of intensely flavored, small-sized berries, leading to wines of "exceptional purity, freshness, concentration, and finesse." The 2021 Lithology Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Franc is a powerhouse, a co-fermented blend of 81% Cabernet Franc and 19% Cabernet Sauvignon, showcasing the best of this highly-rated vintage. It is produced from the legendary Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard, known for its profound depth and elegance. This Cabernet Franc is described as a "riveting, opulent, flashy red" with a kaleidoscopic array of black raspberries, cassis, spring flowers, incense, and spicy oak. It exhibits typical Cabernet Franc vegetal aspects like green pepper and roasted pepper skins, alongside black currant flavors, a hint of black pepper, and even a beef jerky note. Vinous notes inky dark red fruit, gravel, crushed rocks, lavender, and rose petal, supported by incisive, driving tannins. It delivers medium to full-bodied richness, ultra-fine tannins, and a flawlessly balanced, seamless, elegant profile. This young wine needs at least several years to soften and is expected to evolve for at least two decades. 🍴 Given its bold and structured nature, this Cabernet Franc pairs exceptionally well with beef and venison. Its complex profile also suggests pairings with rich, savory dishes, roasted meats, and perhaps even dishes with earthy mushroom components. 🥂 This is a wine for serious collectors and connoisseurs, perfect for a grand dinner, a special celebration, or as a cornerstone of a developing cellar. Its age-worthiness and "larger-than-life" character make it an impressive choice for showcasing a top-tier Napa Valley Cabernet Franc. 【A powerhouse Cabernet Franc from the legendary Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard in the exceptional 2021 Napa Valley vintage】