2023 Brook & Bull Columbia Valley Cabernet Franc, Columbia Valley, Washington

The 2023 Brook & Bull Columbia Valley Cabernet Franc offers a complex profile and earthy delight, revealing enticing aromas of ripe plum, violet, and cedar, interwoven with spicy notes of black pepper, graphite, and tobacco. The palate delivers juicy raspberry and strawberry fruit, complemented by savory hints of sage, lavender, and even a touch of smoky campfire, all supported by lush tannins and mouthwatering acidity for a complex, lingering finish.

Ashley Trout, owner and winemaker of Brook & Bull Cellars, creates nuanced, balanced Walla Walla wines with classic Bordeaux character, blending small-batch, high-quality production with deep community commitment through her non-profit Vital Wines, which supports vineyard workers, earning her acclaim for both winemaking artistry and social responsibility in Washington's wine scene after years of experience including harvests in Argentina.