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Wine Details
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Description:
Somewhat spicy and reminiscent of plum, raspberry and violets, our Cabernet Franc has a stable profile in the mouth and deep fresh fruit characteristics and aroma. Deep garnet in color, it is a delight from start to finish. A wonderful accompaniment for lighter meals such as pork, roast turkey or chicken, pasta or fish and veggies on the grill.
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Varietal Definition
Cabernet Franc:
Cabernet Franc is an accessible, spicy, herbal, dark blue grape variety that is often compared to Cabernet Sauvignon. Cabernet Franc tends to be softer and has less tannin than Cabernet Sauvignon, although the two can be difficult to distinguish. Sometimes the French refer to Cabernets, which could mean either of the two grapes. Its typical aromas include an herbaceous and pronounced peppery nose, even in ripe fruit, and something eerily like tobacco. The Cabernet Franc ripens at an earlier stage, which gives it reason to exist in the Bordeaux area. In the Loire, where we find it a lot, it gives a clear red fresh and fruity wine.
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