Slide Mountain Vineyard Cabernet Franc
⏳ wine.drinking_window
Typically best enjoyed 3–10 years from vintage release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
roasted duck, grilled lamb chops, rosemary-infused roasted root vegetables
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Hailing from the high-elevation slopes of the Yakima Valley, the Slide Mountain Vineyard Cabernet Franc by Owen Roe is a masterclass in cool-climate Washington viticulture. Perched at approximately 1,500 feet, this unique vineyard site benefits from dramatic diurnal temperature swings and excellent cold air drainage, which preserve the grape's natural acidity and signature aromatic complexity. The soils here are rich with calcium carbonate and gravelly silt loam, imparting a distinct mineral tension to the wine. Owen Roe's winemaking philosophy shines through in this bottling, utilizing small-batch fermentations and careful French oak aging to highlight the grape's classic savory profile. The result is a beautifully structured Cabernet Franc that balances bright red fruit with notes of dried herbs, tobacco, and subtle spice, echoing the wild, wind-swept beauty of its high-altitude origin.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Established in 1999 by winemaker David O'Reilly and co-founder Jerry Owen, Owen Roe is a highly acclaimed Pacific Northwest winery dedicated to producing exceptional, terroir-driven wines from Washington and Oregon. Named after the historic 17th-century Irish patriot Owen Roe O'Neill, the winery operates its estate vineyard and production facility at 309 Shipley Rd, Granger, WA 98932, United States, in the heart of the Yakima Valley, while sourcing fruit from legendary sites like DuBrul, Red Willow, and Seven Hills. Owen Roe's winemaking philosophy centers on minimal intervention, utilizing small-batch fermentations and meticulous French oak aging to craft expressive, structurally complex wines. They are particularly celebrated for their bold, single-vineyard Cabernet Sauvignons, northern Rhône-style Syrahs like Ex Umbris, and creative blends such as Sinister Hand and Abbot's Table. More information can be found on their official website at https://www.owenroe.com.