Wines made from Cabernet franc grapes of Santa Catarina
Discover the best wines made with Cabernet franc as a single variety or as a blend of Santa Catarina.
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.
State of southern Brazil, a renowned specialist in altitude wines (IG "Vinhos de Altitude"), vineyards between 870 and 1,300 m. A cool climate without a dry season marking freshness and tension. Precise Chardonnay whites with signature notes of citrus, green apple, white flowers and saline minerality, crisp acidity. Lively Sauvignon (boxwood, exotic fruits).