Merryvale
Cabernet Franc
Napa Valley
2022
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 2028 through 2041.
The ‘22 Cabernet Franc.
Merryvale Cabernet Franc 2022 is from Napa Valley, 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
Merryvale Cabernet Franc 2022 has a full body, fresh acidity, and firm tannins.
The 2022 vintage
Merryvale's 2022 Cabernet Franc comes from Napa Valley, United States.
About Merryvale
Merryvale's Cabernet Franc comes from Napa Valley, United States.
From the cellar: pair with
Herb-crusted lamb rack
The pairing is scaled to the wine's full body.
Duck confit
The wine's fresh acidity keeps the pairing lively.
Mushroom risotto
The pairing leaves room for the wine's firm tannins.
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Frequently Asked
What is Merryvale Cabernet Franc 2022?
Merryvale Cabernet Franc 2022 is from Napa Valley, United States.
What does Merryvale Cabernet Franc 2022 taste like?
Merryvale Cabernet Franc 2022 has a full body, fresh acidity, and firm tannins.
When should Merryvale Cabernet Franc 2022 be opened?
The canonical CAI full drinking arc is 2026-2047. Within that arc, the peak window is 2028-2041. 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 Merryvale Cabernet Franc 2022?
Pair this wine with Herb-crusted lamb rack; Duck confit; or Mushroom risotto.