{"product_id":"2022-painted-rock-estate-grown-cabernet-franc","title":"2022 Painted Rock Estate Grown Cabernet Franc","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRegion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOkanagan Valley, British Columbia, Canada\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA standout single-varietal expression from Painted Rock Estate Winery, this Cabernet Franc showcases the elegance, complexity, and age-worthy character of fruit grown on the renowned Skaha Bench in British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarefully crafted in small lots, this wine reflects the winery’s commitment to precision viticulture and terroir-driven winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRich and expressive, this Cabernet Franc opens with inviting aromas of black cherry, dark currant, violet, tobacco leaf, and espresso, layered with subtle notes of cedar, cocoa, and baking spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palate is concentrated yet refined, delivering ripe dark berry fruit alongside savory herbal undertones and beautifully integrated oak. Firm, polished tannins and vibrant acidity create structure and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe finish is long and lingering, marked by spice, dark chocolate, and mineral complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14.3%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVarietal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Cabernet Franc\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAromas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack cherry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDark currant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eViolet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTobacco leaf\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEspresso\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCedar and cocoa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePalate\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRipe black and red berries\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSavory herbal notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntegrated oak spice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStructured tannins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright natural acidity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFinish\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLong, elegant, and persistent with lingering notes of dark chocolate, spice, and mineral tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWinemaking Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Cabernet Franc is produced from carefully selected Skaha Bench vineyard blocks known for their warmth and diurnal temperature shifts, which help preserve freshness while achieving full phenolic ripeness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermentation is carried out with a focus on extracting balanced tannin structure and aromatic depth. The wine is then aged in French oak to build complexity while maintaining varietal purity and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a wine that balances power with finesse, designed for both near-term enjoyment and long-term cellaring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHerb-crusted rack of lamb\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteak frites or grilled ribeye\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeef tenderloin with wild mushroom sauce\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuck breast with cherry reduction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAged cheddar, Gruyère, or Comté\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWinery Significance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePainted Rock Estate Winery is recognized as one of the benchmark producers in the Okanagan Valley, celebrated for small-lot wines that express the distinct character of the Skaha Bench.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir Cabernet Franc has become one of the estate’s most admired wines, known for its balance of structure, elegance, and aging potential. It consistently reflects the winery’s focus on precision farming and site expression. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Skaha Bench is one of the most respected sub-appellations in the Okanagan Valley, known for its rocky soils, warm daytime temperatures, and cooling lake influence—ideal conditions for structured, expressive reds like Cabernet Franc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Cabernet Franc captures the essence of serious Okanagan red wine—structured yet refined, powerful yet elegant. It delivers depth and complexity without losing freshness, making it equally rewarding now or after several years of cellaring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA true benchmark expression from Painted Rock, it represents the best of British Columbia’s modern fine wine movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(130, 114, 43);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kascadiawinemerchants.com\/pages\/painted-rock-winery?_pos=3\u0026amp;_sid=13f6fd98c\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: rgb(130, 114, 43);\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eREAD ABOUT PAINTED ROCK ESTATE WINERY\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Painted Rock Estate Winery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45633169227955,"sku":"KY22PRCF","price":56.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1712\/4361\/files\/Kascadia_2025_10.jpg?v=1746060719","url":"https:\/\/kascadiawinemerchants.com\/products\/2022-painted-rock-estate-grown-cabernet-franc","provider":"Kascadia Wine Merchants ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}