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

Ashley Trout is one of the most celebrated women winemakers in the Pacific Northwest — and this Cabernet Franc is exactly why. Bold, structured, and deeply expressive, it carries the signature warmth of Columbia Valley with the precision of a winemaker who knows exactly what she’s doing. This is a wine that pairs well with a great meal and an even better conversation. A Wine Concierge club favorite, and for good reason.

Wine Details & Tasting Notes

Tasting Notes: Rich aromas of dark plum, blackberry, and roasted herbs open to a full-bodied palate with firm but polished tannins, notes of dark chocolate, cedar, and a long, warming finish. Classic Columbia Valley structure with the elegance that Ashley Trout is known for. A wine that rewards patience — open it an hour early and watch it bloom.

• Origin – Columbia Valley, Washington State, USA
• Producer – Brook & Bull Cellars; woman-owned, woman winemaker (Ashley Trout)
• Varietal – Cabernet Franc
• Style – Dry red wine
• ABV – 14.0%
• Certification – N/A

Food Pairing

This is a wine built for the table. The firm tannins and dark fruit profile make it a natural partner for bold, savory dishes — the kind of meal that deserves a wine with presence. Pairs well with grilled ribeye, lamb chops, braised short ribs, and herb-roasted chicken. The cedar and dark chocolate notes play beautifully against smoky, charred flavors from the grill. If you’re doing a dinner party, this is your anchor bottle — the one that makes the whole table lean in.

• Pairs well with: Grilled ribeye, lamb chops, braised short ribs, herb-roasted chicken, smoked brisket
• Also great with: Aged cheeses, mushroom risotto, charcuterie boards, dark chocolate
• Serve at: 60–65°F — decant 30–60 minutes for best expression

Occasion

Ideal for dinner parties, date nights, and any occasion that calls for a wine with presence. A standout corporate gift for the wine enthusiast who appreciates craft and story. Perfect for fall and winter entertaining, holiday gifting, and anyone who wants to impress without trying too hard. This is the bottle you bring when you want to be remembered.

Wine Producer / Historical Notes

Brook & Bull Cellars is the passion project of Ashley Trout, one of Washington State’s most acclaimed female winemakers. With a philosophy rooted in minimal intervention and maximum expression of terroir, Ashley crafts wines that are both approachable and age-worthy. Columbia Valley — one of the largest and most diverse AVAs in the country — provides the warm days and cool nights that give this Cabernet Franc its signature depth and structure. Ashley’s work has earned her a devoted following among wine lovers who value craft, intentionality, and the kind of winemaking that tells a story in every glass. This wine has been featured in The Wine Concierge’s Shades of Vino Club and has earned a loyal following among our members.

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