Cabernet Franc (Everything you need to know) | Grapes 101
A wine grape used in some of the best wines, but often overlooked - learn all about Cabernet Franc.
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Paradise Rescued
2015 B1ockOne Bordeaux Cabernet Franc
Bordeaux Supérieur | Gironde
B1ockOne Bordeaux Cabernet Franc is almost a unique wine from the world's most prestigious and largest vineyards. Cabernet Franc is one of the three top grape varieties used in Bordeaux blends but less well known than Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Fewer than ten 100% Bordeaux varietal Cabernet Franc wines are produced. B1ockOne has been certified Organic wine sine 2016.
A rich full to medium bodied fruit forward wine, combining finesse and complexity then finishing with a long lingering spiciness.
Domaine de la Noblaie
2020 Le Temps de Cerises
Chinon | France
From the harmonious blend of our clay-limestone soils, this Chinon opens with an intense nose of red fruits. The round mouth has a beautiful silky structure.
It is the Chinon of fruit and immediate pleasure, for friendly moments with friends.
To be enjoyed when young.
The round mouth has a beautiful silky structure. With bright fruit and supple tannins. This is a great example of modern Chinon made with a light touch.
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