This is an elegant and mightily refined take on the grape, blended with 24% Merlot, the grapes grown in the cooler climes of Carneros, Combsville and Oak Knoll. Winemaker Steve Matthiasson shows finesse on the palate in light layers of cassis and dried herb, the oak subtle and structured.

Ashes & Diamonds’ Cabernet Franc is a naturally restrained, balanced wine with subtle power and aromatic finesse that comes from the volcanic clay and sandy loam soils of select vineyards in Napa Valley’s cooler south side (Los Carneros, Oak Knoll District and Yountville).

Winemaker : Steve Matthiasson