Fabre Montmayou Reserva Cabernet Franc 2022

When Cabernet Franc is done right—balanced, expressive, and just the right amount of savory—it’s the kind of wine we want to drink every single night. While we often look to the Loire for that crunchy fix, Hervé Fabre is making a bulletproof case for the high-altitude dirt of Luján de Cuyo. Fabre, a Bordeaux native who moved to Mendoza in the ’90s, treats these vines with a sort of old-school reverence. This 2022 Reserva is a total over-achiever.

Deep and inky in the glass while plush and concentrated without ever feeling heavy on the palate. 12 months in French oak have rounded out the edges, offering a silky texture and a long, spicy finish that demands a second glass.