Gro Cabernet Franc Frediani Calistoga 2022

Gro Cabernet Franc Frediani Calistoga 2022.

The Calistoga “archipelago” may sound like it needs a passport stamp, but really it’s a dry-farmed vineyard tucked against the Palisades, where volcanic cobbles work their magic. The result? Grapes so concentrated they practically need their own zip code.

In the glass, it’s blueberry-meets-chocolate with a violet cameo. On the nose, think dark cherries, raspberry jam sessions, and a splash of old-school sarsaparilla. The palate? Plush plums, moody blackcurrants, and a sprinkle of dried herbs—rich, balanced, and dressed to age gracefully (unlike that one cousin). Drink now if you’re impatient, or wait until 2028 to show off your self-control.