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Cabernet Franc

Cabernet Franc Wine Details
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Description: Another classic French Bordeaux style grape that is a traditional favorite of red wine lovers; We aged this fruit-forward wine in French oak barrels for 18 months: half in new oak and half in old oak. It is ruby red in color – almost jewel like when held up to the sun! The bouquet is clearly fruity with cherry being most prominent but not so strong as to prevent the soft vanillin tones to peak out. The acids and tannins are nicely balanced allowing a succession of flavors to evolve as the wine moves over the tongue. Cassis, berry, and ever so slight a touch of pepper reveal themselves slowly as the wine is sampled. Again it seems that our terroir imparts more delicate flavors of vanilla, chocolate, tobacco and cedar. This wine is versatile and easily pairs with a variety of foods: from light meals to hardier pasta or fine steaks. Great to simply enjoy by itself when served at cellar temperature.




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