Our Napa Valley collection sources grapes from our four vineyards, and some from our favorite neighbors, including Beckstoffer, Red Barn, Quarry, and Sangiacomo. Our Napa Valley Cabernet, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir are all aged in French oak barrels, with one-third in new barrels, one-third in once-used barrels, and one-third in twice-used barrels, for balance.
Carneros Chardonnay
2022 Carneros
$40
This wine is a testament to the Carneros region, brimming with Meyer lemon, yellow apple, and salted butterscotch notes. Concentrated layers of spices and creamy vanilla meld with well-integrated oak and elegant waves of fresh acidity on the palate.
- Vintage2022
- VarietalChardonnay
- AppellationCarneros
- Harvest DateAugust 24 – September 21, 2022
- Acid0.56 g/100 ml
- PH3.51
- Alcohol %14.4%
Indian-Spiced Gooey Grilled Cheese and Herb-Jalapeño Chutney
This masala grilled cheese recipe, courtesy of Point Reyes Cheese in Northern California, is an Indian upgrade on the childhood classic. Their delicious Toma and TomaRashi cheeses are buttery perfection alongside deep Indian flavors, sweet onions, and bright, spicy chutney. Pair with Frank Family’s Carneros Chardonnay whose vibrant tropical fruit notes and fresh acidity help to carry the complex spices in the masala and balance its richness.
Honey Butter
This salty-sweet recipe is so easy to whip up and can be doubled to feed a crowd. Add a final drizzle of honey and a sprinkle of sea salt for the perfect homemade butter that plays up the honeycomb flavors and richness of Frank Family's Carneros Chardonnay.
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Rich yet balanced, the 2021 Carneros Pinot Noir begins with aromas of warm baked cherries, cinnamon, and pomegranate. The wine bursts with flavor on the palate, layered in delightful acidity and soft tannins, as notes of strawberry jam and toasted rosemary harmonize into a long finish.
Lewis Vineyard Chardonnay
Coming entirely from our estate vineyard in Carneros, the 2021 Lewis Vineyard Chardonnay opens with aromas of subtle lemon tart, orange blossom, and a waft of creamy caramel. The refined palate reveals flavors of roasted pecans, tropical fruit, and vanilla bean with balanced layers of acidity.
