Final Vintage:
2019 TONELLA VINEYARD CABERNET FRANC

Don’t miss the opportunity to celebrate the final vintage of our extraordinary Cabernet Franc from the iconic Tonella Vineyard in Rutherford.

Since 2006, Sequoia Grove has proudly cultivated this storied 50-acre vineyard on Skellenger Lane near the Oakville line, a site steeped in history and rich in character. Once part of the original Mexican land grants and later owned by the diocese of San Francisco, the property eventually came into the hands of the Rutherford brothers—namesakes of the Rutherford AVA—and finally, the Tonella family.

Renowned for its diverse soil compositions and unique microclimates, Tonella Vineyard has consistently produced fruit that embodies the celebrated essence of Rutherford.

This is your last chance to raise a glass to a breathtaking single-vineyard varietal. Secure your bottles before this remarkable vintage becomes a memory!

As a member, you will also receive $10 ground shipping on orders of 6 or more bottles or receive ground shipping included and 25% savings on 12 or more bottles of this release. For personalized assistance, please give us a call at 800-851-7841.

Members receive $10 shipping on 6 and no charge for shipping on cases. Log in for member savings of 20% or 25% savings on orders of 12 bottles.

The Last Vintage

The 2019 Tonella Cabernet Franc is the final vintage of this wine. On the nose, fragrant aromas of dark chocolate, orange zest, rose hips, forest floor, and wet stone abound. The palate is bright with flavors of cranberry and raspberry matched with a medium body, finesse, and elegant tannins which are a benchmark of Rutherford Cabernet Franc. This Cabernet Franc will age well over 10+ years. 93 Points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous

 

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RUTHERFORD

Cabernet Franc from the Heart of Napa Valley

Nestled in the heart of Rutherford, the Tonella Vineyard stands as a testament to the region’s storied legacy of producing world-class wines. The vineyard, celebrated for its meticulous care and exceptional terroir, thrives on Rutherford’s iconic dusty soils, where a unique blend of volcanic deposits and riverbed sediment creates ideal conditions for Cabernet Franc. This varietal finds its true expression here, with vines yielding fruit that captures the essence of the region: vibrant, aromatic, and layered with complexity. From the first sip, the Cabernet Franc showcases a symphony of flavors—ripe raspberry, tobacco leaf, and delicate florals—intertwined with the vineyard’s defining minerality. It’s a wine that reflects not just the land it comes from but the generations of dedication that have shaped Rutherford into a premier winemaking destination.

GRAPES

95% Cabernet Franc, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon

This wine is the best lots of Cabernet Franc from our Tonella Estate. Tonella Vineyard is slightly warmer than the Sequoia Grove Estate and has a greater influence from the Vaca mountains. The Cabernet Franc offers soft tannins and floral notes to the nose.

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HARVEST & WINEMAKING

The 2019 vintage was an excellent vintage with tonnage levels close to average. The year began with heavy rains in winter, followed by a few spring showers. Summer weather was moderate and ideal. Outside of anticipated heat spikes in August and September, conditions during harvest were also mild and lovely. The lack of typical morning fog during the growing season seemed to speed phenolic ripeness. The 2019 vintage is high quality, with a signature of freshness, generosity of fruit, and lush tannins.

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