Geyer Seaside Cabernet Franc

2020 | McLaren Vale | Cabernet Franc

Description

The Geyer Wine Co. 2020 Seaside Cabernet Franc is a bold and vibrant expression of this often-underappreciated varietal. Sourced from a 30+ year-old vineyard in McLaren Vale, this wine boasts intensity from its deep red clay soils and cool maritime winds, allowing the fruit to ripen evenly.

With a perfect balance of dark fruit, structure, and elegance, this Cabernet Franc is a captivating blend of complexity and freshness. Expect layers of blackberry, cassis, and a touch of herbaceousness, balanced by a smooth finish that highlights the wine's elegant tannins. Aged in neutral French oak, this wine is rich, yet refined, making it a perfect choice for those looking for something both bold and sophisticated.

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A bottle of Geyer Wine Co. 2020 Seaside Cabernet Franc, showcasing a premium Cabernet Franc from the organic vineyards of McLaren Vale with a sleek black label.

he Seaside Cabernet Franc 2020 is a versatile wine, perfect for pairing with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or aged cheeses. Its blend of dense fruit and fresh aromas makes it ideal for those looking to explore something different yet approachable. With no fining or filtration, this wine offers a raw, authentic expression of McLaren Vale’s unique terroir.

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Winemaker's Notes

Organic viticulture is in place, a small amount of undervine cultivation is used to control troublesome weeds but apart from that the midrow is allowed to go to seed, with the occasional mowing to keep it manageable.

2020 started off, as was the case with 2019 prior, with a drier than usual winter and spring. These lads had minimal competition in the vineyard though they struggle a little with lack of water. Small berries led to higher flavour
concentration and structure, but they ripened evenly due to a good flowering and berry set in the early stages of the season.

The vinification is similar to prior years, 50% of the grapes destemmed and allowed to ferment dry on skins (usually 9-12 days), bringing out the darknesss, density and structure of the wine. It’s then pressed into neutral French puncheons and left in elevage for 12-14 months.

The other 50% is destemmed and pressed after 3 days on skins into barrels, and allowed to ferment as juice, bringing out the primary fruit aromas and elegance of the wine. These two components compliment each other perfectly to allow a wine that is both dense and elegant, structured and smooth, dark and bright fruited! After elevage it is racked, bottled with no fining or filtration and a hit of sulphur.

Technical Info

Variety: Cabernet Franc
Region: McLaren Vale | South Australia | Australia
Size: 750mL
Alcohol Volume: 12.8%
Standard Drinks: 7.5
CONTAINS SULPHITES
WINE OF AUSTRALIA

Cellaring Recommendations

The 2020 Seaside Cabernet Franc is enjoyable now but has the potential to age gracefully for up to 8-10 years. With time, the wine will develop more complexity and depth, while maintaining its vibrant fruit character.

Geyer Seaside Cabernet Franc

McLaren Vale

About the Winemaker: Dave Geyer

Dave Geyer is committed to reviving and nurturing neglected vineyards, and the Ulooloo Syrah reflects his philosophy of minimal intervention. The 2022 growing season produced Syrah with remarkable intensity of fruit and balanced acidity. Fermented naturally and aged in old French hogsheads and puncheons, the wine has a refined structure with elegant tannins and vibrant acidity.

After a childhood in the Barossa Valley, Dave found himself working in the vineyards of Torbreck in 2002. This sparked his interest in all things viticulture and preceded a 7-year stint in the winery. Given an opportunity to travel for vintage to the US in 2007, the goal of one day producing his own wines was cemented. He sought to control the process from the vineyard, with the elimination of synthetic chemicals to the winery where the mantra - "less is more" rings true. Reviving and nurturing some of the neglected vineyards of the region to produce honest, innovative, and delicious wines.

About the Wine Region: McLaren Vale

The McLaren Vale wine region, located in South Australia, is known for its diverse soils and maritime influence, which contribute to producing rich, flavourful wines. The Seaside Cabernet Franc 2020 is sourced from an organic vineyard at 160 meters of elevation, benefiting from cool winds and red clay soils that add intensity and structure to the wine. The vineyard’s proximity to the sea allows for even ripening, resulting in a wine that is both rich and balanced.

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