95 Points Robert Parker & The Wine Independent 

Crafted in astonishing scarcity, the 2020 Hertelendy Cabernet Franc is a revelation of elegance and power. With only 56 cases in existence, this rare release embodies the prestige of its volcanic origins — drawing from the heights of Atlas Peak and the distinctive character of our Rockwell Ridge estate, tucked at the top of Crystal Springs AVA. The blend (75% Cabernet Franc, 17% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Malbec, 2% Petit Verdot) weaves together the very best of these elevated sites.

Nurtured for 23 months in 90% new French and Hungarian oak, the wine emerges with remarkable poise: dark, layered, beautifully sculpted, and enriched by a finish that seems to glide on endlessly. This is not simply a Cabernet Franc — it’s a statement of luxury, discipline, and refinement.

For the collector who seeks the extraordinary, the 2020 vintage delivers an experience that is profound, memorable, and unmistakably Hertelendy.

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FOOD PAIRING: Duck confit, rack of lamb, oysters rockefeller, and Italian truffle cheese
MUSIC PAIRING: Cab Franc-enstein