Cabernet franc vs Primitivo
Compare Cabernet franc and Primitivo: profile, average rating, producing countries and number of wines. The guide to choosing between these two grapes.
| Cabernet franc | Primitivo | |
|---|---|---|
| Colour | noir | noir |
| Number of wines | 46113 | 4116 |
| Average rating | 3.73 / 5 | 3.80 / 5 |
| Producing countries | France, United States, Italy, Argentina, Canada | Italy, United States, Australia, Chile, South Africa |
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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Powerful, sun-drenched reds with a dark robe and generous alcohol, showing aromas of stewed blackberry, stewed plum, dried fig, chocolate, gentle spice and balsamic notes. Supple tannins, indulgent finish. Star of Puglia with Primitivo di Manduria DOC, Gioia del Colle DOC and Salice Salentino. Identical to American Zinfandel and Croatian Crljenak Kaštelanski by DNA analysis.
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