{"product_id":"jarvis-2018-cave-fermented-cabernet-franc-napa-valley","title":"Jarvis 2018 Cave Fermented Cabernet Franc Napa Valley","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"462\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"84\"\u003eJarvis 2018 Cave Fermented Cabernet Franc Napa Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e is a distinctive, cellar-worthy expression of Cabernet Franc that leans into richness, structure, and precision. Unlike lighter Loire styles, this is a full-bodied Napa interpretation—layered with dark fruit, spice, and polished oak—yet elevated by Jarvis’s signature cave-fermented finesse. It’s a sophisticated, quietly powerful wine that rewards both patience and attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"467\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"808\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"496\"\u003eOrigins \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"496\" data-end=\"499\"\u003eJarvis Estate is one of Napa Valley’s most unique producers, operating from an extensive \u003cstrong data-start=\"588\" data-end=\"646\"\u003eunderground cave system carved into the Vaca Mountains\u003c\/strong\u003e. This subterranean winery allows for \u003cstrong data-start=\"684\" data-end=\"745\"\u003egravity-flow winemaking and natural temperature stability\u003c\/strong\u003e, enabling gentle handling and precise fermentation conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"958\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"837\"\u003e2018 Cabernet Franc\u003c\/strong\u003e is sourced from estate vineyards in Napa Valley and is \u003cstrong data-start=\"893\" data-end=\"911\"\u003ecave fermented\u003c\/strong\u003e, a hallmark of Jarvis winemaking. This method:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"960\" data-end=\"1119\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1a8b23u\" data-start=\"960\" data-end=\"1019\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"962\" data-end=\"1019\"\u003eProvides \u003cstrong data-start=\"971\" data-end=\"1017\"\u003econsistent, cool fermentation temperatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"s3q7gc\" data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1067\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1067\"\u003eEnhances aromatic precision and integration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17fjdy9\" data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1119\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1119\"\u003eMinimizes oxidation and mechanical intervention\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1144\"\u003eKey production details:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1146\" data-end=\"1376\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"141zno7\" data-start=\"1146\" data-end=\"1180\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1180\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1158\"\u003eGrape:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Cabernet Franc\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1b729nt\" data-start=\"1181\" data-end=\"1220\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1183\" data-end=\"1220\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1183\" data-end=\"1194\"\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Napa Valley, California\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12l7jp\" data-start=\"1221\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1235\"\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~14.5% ABV \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xh7onh\" data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1376\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1376\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003eAging:\u003c\/strong\u003e French oak barrels (significant new oak influence typical of Jarvis style)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1588\"\u003eThe 2018 vintage in Napa Valley was widely regarded as \u003cstrong data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1462\"\u003ebalanced and high quality\u003c\/strong\u003e, producing wines with excellent structure, ripe fruit, and aging potential—well suited to Cabernet Franc’s expressive nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1590\" data-end=\"1741\"\u003eJarvis wines are known for their \u003cstrong data-start=\"1623\" data-end=\"1653\"\u003epolished, structured style\u003c\/strong\u003e, often combining Napa ripeness with a more classical, almost Bordeaux-like sensibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1743\" data-end=\"1746\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1748\" data-end=\"1767\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1748\" data-end=\"1767\"\u003eCritics Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1769\" data-end=\"2315\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1tsd96j\" data-start=\"1769\" data-end=\"2066\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1771\" data-end=\"2066\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1771\" data-end=\"1841\"\u003eTastings.com (Beverage Testing Institute) – 93 Points (Gold Medal)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1841\" data-end=\"1844\"\u003eDescribes the wine as \u003cem data-start=\"1868\" data-end=\"1946\"\u003e“a ripe and impressive Cabernet Franc… with balance and layered complexity,”\u003c\/em\u003e highlighting notes of raspberry, cherry, vanilla cream, and sweet pipe tobacco. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2efl6y\" data-start=\"2068\" data-end=\"2315\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2070\" data-end=\"2315\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2070\" data-end=\"2101\"\u003eWine 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