Beverly Vineyard Reserve Cabernet Franc
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed 5 to 12 years from the vintage release.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roasted duck, grilled lamb chops, rosemary-infused beef tenderloin
✨ Technical Specifications
The Beverly Vineyard Reserve Cabernet Franc from Columbia Crest highlights one of the Columbia Valley's most distinctive terroirs. Situated on the banks of the Columbia River near the town of Beverly, Washington, this vineyard is defined by its deep, wind-blown Quincy sandy soils and a warm, arid microclimate. The relentless winds off the river help temper the heat and keep the canopy dry, while the sand forces the roots deep, resulting in low yields of highly concentrated fruit. In this unique environment, Cabernet Franc sheds its aggressive herbaceousness, developing rich dark fruit flavors, refined tannins, and a complex bouquet of dried herbs and cocoa. Crafted under Columbia Crest's prestigious Reserve program, this wine undergoes meticulous small-lot fermentation and extended aging in French oak barrels to showcase the elegant structure and expressive character of Washington State Cabernet Franc.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in 1983 in Paterson along the sun-drenched banks of the Columbia River, Columbia Crest has played a pivotal role in establishing Washington State as a premier world-class wine region. Situated in the heart of the Columbia Valley and Horse Heaven Hills, the estate benefits from ideal growing conditions characterized by warm diurnal shifts and well-draining soils. The winery focuses on precision viticulture and modern cellar craft to produce wines of remarkable consistency, depth, and accessibility. Columbia Crest is celebrated for its rich, structured Cabernet Sauvignon, plush Merlot, and vibrant Chardonnay, featured prominently across acclaimed ranges such as Grand Estates, H3, and the flagship Walter Clore Private Reserve.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Cabernet Franc