The 2002 StoneFly Vineyard Napa Valley Cabernet Franc has a bright ruby color and a nose of bing cherry, herbs, allspice and a hint of orange rind. It has a silky palate with well integrated tannins and a lively, fruit-filled finish. It will continue to develop over the next six months and will continue to improve until 2010 with proper cellaring.

Harvest Date: 10/02

Varietal Composition: 98% Cabernet Franc2% Cabernet Sauvignon

9 months: in French Oak

Winemaker: Daniel Baron

Production: 832 cases

Appellation: Napa Valley

Alcohol: 13.7%

Retail: $27/$324 case price