From Sparrow’s red wine by the bottle list, the Sparkman Yonder Cabernet Franc is a lush, plush Washington red made by popular demand, priced at $135 by the bottle.
About Sparkman Yonder Cabernet Franc
Sparkman Cellars is a beloved family-run winery founded in Woodinville in 2004, with a track record of acclaim that includes wines named in Wine Spectator’s Top 100. The story behind Yonder is a good one. When Sparkman asked its loyal customers what kind of wine they wanted the winery to make next, the answer was unanimous: Cabernet Franc. This 2022 Columbia Valley bottling is the result. Cabernet Franc has been gaining popularity in Washington State, prized for its silky texture and aromatic complexity, and Sparkman leans into exactly those qualities. A small addition of Merlot softens and rounds the blend, and aging in 45% new French oak adds richness and polish. The result is the kind of lush, generous Cabernet Franc you would hope for from both the grape and the producer.
Tasting Notes
Cabernet Franc is known for its silky smooth texture and complexity, and Yonder delivers exactly that. The small dose of Merlot and the time in new French oak make for a lush, plush experience on the palate, with a polished, satisfying finish. There is the aromatic complexity that draws people to the grape, wrapped in a rounder, more generous body than Cabernet Franc sometimes shows, thanks to the oak and the Merlot. It is elegant and approachable at the same time, a wine that rewards both the curious drinker and the seasoned collector who already loves what Washington is doing with this grape.
What to Pair It With
Cabernet Franc is a wonderfully food-friendly red. From the Sparrow dinner menu, enjoy it with the Braised Duck, the American Wagyu steaks, or the Guajillo Chicken. Its silky texture and savory edge also make it a fine match for the Sparrow-Smoked Rack or the Mussels and Sausages.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sparkman Yonder Cabernet Franc?
It is a 2022 Columbia Valley Cabernet Franc from Sparkman Cellars in Woodinville, made with a small addition of Merlot and aged in 45% new French oak for a lush, plush, silky style.
How much is Sparkman Yonder Cabernet Franc at Sparrow in Kirkland?
It is $135 by the bottle on Sparrow’s red wine list in Kirkland’s Juanita neighborhood on the Eastside.
Find it on the Sparrow beverages menu near the Sparkman Stella Mae and the Ambassador Attache Red Blend. We are Kirkland’s neighborhood restaurant in Juanita on the Eastside, so reserve a table and come try a bottle.