Caladan
Cabernet Franc Napa Valley
Napa Valley
2021
Vintage
Varietal
Cabernet Franc
Where it is, October 2026
Approaching Peak: the peak window is ahead.
This bottle is in its drinking window. Its peak runs from 2027 through 2044.
The ‘21 Cabernet Franc Napa Valley.
Caladan Cabernet Franc Napa Valley 2021 is from United States.
Cellared Ageability Index (CAI) drinking timeline
Storage and bottle condition can shift the experience.
The peak window sits inside the broader full drinking arc.
Tasting note
Caladan Cabernet Franc Napa Valley 2021 has a full body, fresh acidity, and firm tannins.
The 2021 vintage
Caladan's 2021 Cabernet Franc Napa Valley comes from United States.
About Caladan
Caladan's Cabernet Franc Napa Valley comes from United States.
From the cellar: pair with
Herb-roasted pork loin
The pairing is scaled to the wine's full body.
Duck confit with lentils
The wine's fresh acidity keeps the pairing lively.
Grilled mushrooms with thyme
The pairing leaves room for the wine's firm tannins.
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Frequently Asked
What is Caladan Cabernet Franc Napa Valley 2021?
Caladan Cabernet Franc Napa Valley 2021 is from United States.
What does Caladan Cabernet Franc Napa Valley 2021 taste like?
Caladan Cabernet Franc Napa Valley 2021 has a full body, fresh acidity, and firm tannins.
When should Caladan Cabernet Franc Napa Valley 2021 be opened?
The canonical CAI full drinking arc is 2025-2051. Within that arc, the peak window is 2027-2044. The full arc is the broader period the wine may drink well; the peak window is when it is most likely to show its best balance. Storage, fill level, cork condition, and preference can shift the decision. Taste before adding more air or holding the rest.
What pairs with Caladan Cabernet Franc Napa Valley 2021?
Pair this wine with Herb-roasted pork loin; Duck confit with lentils; or Grilled mushrooms with thyme.