Lot #46 Nottingham Cellars

The 2023 vintage was the winery’s first year working with a handful of Cabernet Franc growers throughout Sonoma County. One site in particular, Nuns Canyon Vineyard in Moon Mountain, truly shined. It sits on a west-facing hillside at about 1400 feet above sea level in iron rich, volcanic soils giving the wine tension and intensity. Just a few miles south as the bird flies, or about a 30 minute drive down the mountain and Highway 12, Glen Oaks Vineyard is another west facing hillside along the bench of the Mayacamas. This warmer pocket of Sonoma Valley produces wines that are rich, dense and mouth filling.

Nottingham Cellars was established in 2009 and started producing single vineyard Cabernet Franc in 2012. By 2021 they had built a new production facility and completely migrated their business and families to be closer to vineyard sources. They are committed to the growth and success of Sonoma County and are thrilled to be part of the community.

This is classic Cabernet Franc with perfumed red and blue fruits, violets and a trace of herbal undertones. “Embrace the Franc” is a rich, well-structured wine that will drink great in its youth but has the tools to age gracefully.

WINEMAKER(S): Craig Ploof

ESTIMATED BOTTLING DATE: August 2024
ESTIMATED SHIPPING DATE: March 2025

National Distribution: CA, TX, VA, Washington, DC

International Distribution: Includes Japan; please inquire for additional countries.

A winemaker dinner or store visit is offered in your market as part of this lot. Must be scheduled on a mutually agreeable date.