The Sugarloaf Mountain Vineyard Cabernet Franc is an outstanding Maryland red wine. Mostly Cabernet Franc with Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon blended in to accentuate fruit expression, the wine demonstrates Mid-Atlantic winemaking at its finest. This complex, elegant wine will pair well with veal and pork. While excellent now, the Cabernet Franc will be at its best in two years and will age up to 5 years.

2006 Cabernet Franc – Maryland
Gold Medalist: 2008 Maryland Winemasters’ Choice Awards
Silver Medalist: 2008 Grand Harvest Awards
Bronze Medalist: 2008 International Eastern Wine Competition

Building on the success of our 2005 vintage, the 2006 Cabernet Franc demonstrates that Mid-Atlantic winemaking can compete with wine regions throughout the world, and is fast becoming the signature varietal of the Mid-Atlantic region. The 06 Franc is blended with Merlot to accentuate fruit expression, and reveals aromas of sour cherry, nutmeg and rose petal, along with layers of green tea and anise. On the palate, fresh berry flavors dominate along with notes of mushroom and black olive. With its refined tannin structure, the Franc finishes with hints of white pepper and coffee.

2005 Cabernet Franc – Maryland
Double Gold Medalist: 2007 International Eastern Wine Competition
Bronze Medalist: 2007 Atlantic Seaboard Vinifera Wine Competition

The Cabernet Franc demonstrates the capacity for world-class wine production in Maryland. With a dark red hue, the wine exhibits aromas of dried cherry, plum and toasted almond. On the palate, flavors or cherry, leather, dark chocolate and tea dominate. The “Franc” has a long, lingering finish with notes of coffee and cinnamon. This vintage is SOLD OUT.