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Woodbrook Farm Vineyard
Cabernet Franc
Virginia
Monticello
Cabernet Franc
100%
Ripe Red Cherry, Raspberry, Thyme, Dark Chocolate
Neutral Oak 100%
Ripe red fruit, soft tannins, and a long finish with herbal and dark chocolate notes. This is a wonderfully approachable yet complex representation of Virginia Cab Franc.
Low
Med -
Medium
Med +
High
ABOUT
Woodbrook Farm 2024 Cabernet Franc
The 2024 Cabernet Franc is crafted with 100% estate grown fruit and matured completely in neutral French oak to help preserve its natural fruit-forward flavors.
The wine’s smooth mouthfeel and soft tannins make this wine approachable and easy to enjoy by itself, but also doubles as a very food-friendly wine. Need some pairing ideas? Just scroll down.
PAIRINGS
IN A PINCH
Aged cheeses, grilled meats.
DEEPER DIVE
This Cabernet Franc stands right at the edge of medium and medium plus in terms of its body, and with medium tannins and tons of ripe red fruit flavors, it opens itself to numerous pairing options.
The grill is going to be this wine’s best friend since it will help bring out some of the natural smokiness of Cab Franc, but stick to leaner cuts of red meat to help match the softer tannins. Classic cuts like NY strip or filet mignon would be great here.
Its elevated acidity and earthy finish are also going to be great for aged cheeses, especially hard cheeses like cheddar and Parmigiano Reggiano.
STANDOUT FEATURES
- Ripe Fruit
- Soft Mouthfeel
- Elevated Acidity
STEAR CLEAR
Anything too rich and fatty might start to overpower this wine due to its softer tannins.
PAIRING SCALE
Light Dishes
Salads
Raw Bar
Med – Dishes
Fatty Fish
Roast Chicken
Med. Dishes
Lean Meats
Rich Poultry
Med + Dishes
Burgers
Fatty Meats
Full Dishes
Stews
Rich Sauces
CHEESE OPTIONS
Cheddar
Cheddar
Country: England
Animal: Cow
Type: Hard
Texture: Grainy
Style: Tangy, earthy, sharp
Taleggio
Taleggio
Country: Italy
Animal: Cow
Type: Soft
Texture: Creamy
Style: Mild, sweet, aromatic
Parmigiano Reggiano
Parmigiano Reggiano
Country: Italy
Animal: Cow
Type: Hard
Texture: Grainy
Style: Salty, sharp, nutty.
RECIPE IDEAS
SERVICE
WHICH GLASSES?
All-purpose glasses would be best.
BORDEAUX
BURGUNDY
FLUTE
COUPE
ALL-PURPOSE
WHITE
DESSERT
SHOULD I DECANT THIS?
WHY “Doesn’t need it“?
This wine has no trouble presenting all its fruit flavors right up front. I would save the decanter here, and just open and enjoy.
SERVING TEMP
The correct serving temperature is important to show a wine’s true potential, but don’t stress over getting the temp exactly right. Use the chart below to try to get in the right ballpark.
AGING
WHEN SHOULD I OPEN THIS?
If a wine has been released by the producer, it means it is ready to drink. Wines don’t necessarily get “better” with age, they just change. Typically, this change involves things like losing fresh fruit flavors in exchange for more savory notes.
The moment you should open the bottle depends on your preference, so it’s more important to understand the evolution and the life span of the bottle than it is to try to time its opening perfectly. (It’s far better to open a bottle too early than too late.)
This bottle should probably be opened between:
20
-
20
Development
Year Opened
PRODUCER
ABOUT US
Discover our family-run vineyard and tasting room nestled in the heart of Montpelier Station, Virginia. Visit the Training Barn Tasting Room to celebrate our rich legacy in horse racing and experience the award-winning wines from Woodbrook Farm Vineyard.
Our History
In 1950, Delmar Twyman, our grandfather, moved his family to his mother’s property in Montford, Virginia. Delmar was an elite horse showman who was inducted in both the Virginia Horse Shows Association Hall of Fame and the National Show Hunter Hall of Fame. Noel Twyman, who began riding at the age of 2 years old, followed in the footsteps of his father and was also inducted in both the Virginia Horse Shows Association Hall of Fame and the National Show Hunter Hall of Fame. Noel’s passion of Show Hunters changed to Race horses in the late 60s, when he began riding Steeplechase horses for Marion DuPont Scott. This then led to Noel creating a successful business in breaking and training 2 yr old Thoroughbred race horses and Steeplechase race horses of which established Woodbrook Farm. This legacy of champions inspired the family of Noel Twyman to embark on a new adventure of champion Virginia Wines.
The “Training Barn” that was built in 1982 is now the home to Woodbrook Farm Vineyard’s wine tasting room. Vaughan Jenkins and Robert Twyman (Noel’s children) and their spouses Noel Jenkins and Carey Twyman began the renovations in August of 2021. We would love for you to come visit to hear more of the stories of our history, see beautiful views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and most importantly taste great wines.
OUR WINEMAKER
In 2021, a shared family vision to honor the farm’s legacy in Orange County, Virginia took root with the planting of a vineyard. That year, the family established their first acres of wine grapes in the rolling foothills of Virginia’s Monticello AVA. Working with the winemaking team at Michael Shaps Wineworks, they released their first wines in fall 2022.
Inspired by the legacy of champions set by their father, Noel Twyman, and grandfather, Delmar Twyman, Woodbrook Farm Vineyard is dedicated to both careful farming and attentive winemaking as a means of capturing the beauty of the Virginia countryside.
TASTING ROOM
Welcome to the Training Barn Tasting Room, where family, history, and great wine come together. Here at Woodbrook Farm Vineyard, we keep things simple and personal — just like home. Enjoy a traditional tasting at the bar with one of the owners, who love sharing stories behind the wines and the legacy that started it all.
If you’d rather take your time, grab a flight to enjoy at your table, relax, and soak in the peaceful vineyard views and the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Whether you’re here to learn, laugh, or just unwind with friends, our tasting room is all about great wine, genuine hospitality, and a true family feel.
Interested in joining our wine club?
MEMBER BENEFITS
“Win” Level
- Quarterly – 6 wines of your choosing – selections to be made from the current tasting menu
- Quarterly Pickup Parties! (Mar., Jun., Sept., Dec.) – Dates TBA
- Complimentary glass of wine or tasting (pick 4) at time of pickup (member + guest)
- 20% savings on retail price of quarterly selected wines
- 20% Discount on Purchases (wine, retail and special event tickets)
- 30% off case purchase on birthday and membership anniversary
- Priority Access to special events held at the Training Barn Tasting Room (i.e. reserved tables for Barn Parties – up to 4 people (member + 3 guests!)
- Special invitations to New Wine Release parties (TBA)
- Card on file is charged on March 1, June 1, September 1 & December 1
“Place” Level
- Quarterly – 3 wines of your choosing – selections to be made from the current tasting menu
- Quarterly Pickup Parties! (Mar., Jun., Sept., Dec.) – Dates TBA
- Complimentary glass of wine or tasting (pick 4) at time of pickup (member + guest)
- 15% savings on retail price of quarterly selected wines
- 15% Discount on Purchases (wine, retail and special event tickets)
- 30% off case purchase on birthday and membership anniversary
- Priority Access to special events held at the Training Barn Tasting Room (i.e. reserved tables for Barn Parties – up to 4 people (member + 3 guests!)
- Special invitations to New Wine Release parties (TBA)
- Card on file is charged on March 1, June 1, September 1 & December 1
