Made by Heidi Barrett and blended with 14% Malbec and 1% Petit Verdot, this concentrated, complex wine is earthy and dusty, with dense tannins and substantial layers of black fruit. Oak, clove and cassis pop on the palate, finishing in a breadth of baking spice.

The 2019 Cabernet Franc Asuka checks in as a mix of 85% Cabernet Franc, 14% Malbec, and 1% Petit Verdot that spent 20 months in barrel. It's a soft, charming, front end-loaded wine that delivers lots of red and black berry fruits as well as spice, tobacco, and baking chocolate-like aromas and flavors. I wouldn't push the aging curve, but it will certainly deliver the goods over the coming decade.