cabernet franc

JAMES SUCKLING’s TOP 100 WINES OF ARGENTINA 2020 – Kaiken Obertura Cabernet Franc 2017

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JAMES SUCKLING’s TOP 100 WINES OF ARGENTINA 2020 – Kaiken Obertura Cabernet Franc 2017, Argentina Solid and savory with currant, herb and walnut character. Medium-to full-bodied and soft with medium tannins. Hazelnut and chocolate to the fruit in the aftertaste, as well as red currants and chili. JamesSuckling.com photo credit: @kaikenwines #JamesSuckling #Top100WinesOfArgentina2020 #kaikenwines #argentinianwines … Read more

What is Cabernet Franc grape?

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Cabernet Franc grape

Cabernet Franc is the parent grape of both Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon (Cabernet Franc + Sauvignon Blanc => Cabernet Sauvignon). It is traditionally a blending partner of Cabernet Sauvignon. It has medium colour, and has complex aromas of strawberry, raspberry, bramble, and bell pepper Cabernet Franc grape’s taste profile is usually dry, medium body, medium+ … Read more