The American Vine Rating
Drink Window
2024–2030
Aromatic, precise, and doing something distinctly its own — one of the most compelling wines coming out of New Jersey right now.
Tasting Notes
Appearance: Clear ruby with a bright, clean rim.
Aroma: Fresh red cherry, violet, dried herbs, and a subtle earthy note.
Palate: Medium-bodied with soft tannins, red cherry, plum, and a savory depth that speaks to the New Jersey terroir.
Finish: Aromatic and food-friendly, with bright acidity that keeps it interesting through the last sip..
Food Pairings
Roasted chicken, pork tenderloin, mushroom risotto, aged gouda
About the Wine
The 2023 Whole Berry Cabernet Franc is made with whole-berry fermentation rather than full whole-cluster, preserving the integrity of each berry through fermentation and producing wines with brighter fruit, softer tannins, and a freshness that is the hallmark of the style.
About Meadowbrook Winery
Meadowbrook Winery sits in the rolling farmland of Hunterdon County — a focused, serious operation that makes a tight lineup of wines from estate-grown fruit. The winery has built its reputation on Cabernet Franc, and it shows.
The American Vine's Take
If you have been overlooking New Jersey as a wine state, this is the bottle that might change your mind.
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