Cabernet franc vs Gamay noir
Compare Cabernet franc and Gamay noir: profile, average rating, producing countries and number of wines. The guide to choosing between these two grapes.
| Cabernet franc | Gamay noir | |
|---|---|---|
| Colour | noir | noir |
| Number of wines | 46113 | 13819 |
| Average rating | 3.73 / 5 | 3.65 / 5 |
| Producing countries | France, United States, Italy, Argentina, Canada | France, Switzerland, Canada, United States, Italy |
Cabernet franc
Supple, fragrant reds with fine tannins and vibrant freshness, showing raspberry, violet, green pepper, pencil lead and gentle spice aromas. Star of the Loire as a single variety (Chinon, Bourgueil, Saumur-Champigny) and of the right bank of Bordeaux in blends (Cheval Blanc at 60%). Also in semi-dry Anjou rosés. A historic Bordeaux variety, parent of Cabernet-Sauvignon, Merlot and Carmenère.
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Light, juicy reds, low in tannins with crunchy freshness, showing aromas of wild strawberry, raspberry, banana (from carbonic maceration) and peony. Easy-drinking style of Beaujolais Nouveau, more structured and mineral on the granites of the ten crus (Morgon, Moulin-à-Vent, Fleurie, Brouilly). Also in Touraine, Auvergne and Swiss Romande. A Burgundian variety, a cross of Pinot Noir × Gouais Blanc.
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