En Terre Cabernet Franc 2023

EN TERRE CABERNET FRANC 2023

September 2025 Release 
Members, Sept. 11
Subscribers, Sept. 20

En Terre, meaning 'earthen' or 'of the earth' is the embodiment of this special wine project. Grown under Peach Cliff's warmth, this small-lot Cabernet Franc from Rock Oven Vineyard captures the late sun. A celebration of collaboration and innovative farming, it’s inspired by Da Vinci's exploration, embodying our commitment to intentional and sustainable farming. This wine is a tribute to the unique spirit of our land and the bighorn sheep that witness its growth. 

TASTING NOTES
Opens with vibrant raspberry and red currant, layered with earthy undertones. On the palate, ripe red fruit rules with a dried herbal note and a thread of spice.  This vintage is medium to full bodied with firm tannins for structure and depth, leading to a long finish. Freshness and complexity comes through with this 2023 expression of Rock Oven. 

WINEMAKER'S NOTES
Hand picked on September 22, 2023 from Rock Oven, destemmed, fermented 2 weeks in our large oak barrique with a one week post ferment maceration. Aged 17 months in French oak. 

Grown at our Rock Oven Vineyard
Okanagan Valley, BC VQA Okanagan Falls

Technical Details:
pH 3.91, TA 6.0 g/l, RS 2.8g/L, Alc: 13.6%

Food Pairing - Grilled pork tenderloin with a logan berry or cranberry glaze or a red pepper/tomato lentil stew. 

Only 55 Cases

Nadine Kinvig ~ winemaker

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