Summary: Let's be Fran.k- grown sustainably, naturally made and preservative free. Sophisticated natural wines, made simple for the modern day consumer. Naturally crafted from small parcels of cool climate fruit by Frances Kentwell and Nicole Braiser. Fran.k supports WomenandRevolution, an association of wine professionals aiming to achieve gender balance in all areas of the wine industry.

Winemaking: Hand Picked Shiraz grapes sustainably grown in the town of Canowindra and made without the use of preservatives or a heavy hand from the winemaker. The fruit was destemmed and crushed before transferring to stainless steel tanks for fermentation. Gentle pump overs twice daily ensure colour and tannins are extracted without over working the fruit. The wine undergoes Malolactic fermentation in tank and is kept on MLF lees for an extended period of time to soften the wine. Made without the use of preservatives or additions. Vegan Friendly, Preservative free. Made to enjoy!

Vintage 2022: The 2022 vintage in the Central Ranges was cooler than average and approximately 2 weeks later than the usual harvest periods. This facilitated a long and slow ripening period resulting in red wines with great flavour and aromatic vibrance as well as a fine acid and tannin balance! A characteristic of the 2022 season is beautifully perfumed reds with full flavours.

Tasting Note: Vibrant aromatics of raspberry liquorice and red cherry jump out of the glass. The palate is packed with plum and red currant fruits with a generous backbone of grippy savoury tannins. A fun and vibrant expression of Shiraz with structure and complexity. Made without the use of preservatives or additions allowing the fruit to shine through and a celebration of tannins in young red wines!