Wines made from Cabernet franc grapes of Brazil - Page 3
Discover the best wines made with Cabernet franc as a single variety or as a blend of Brazil.
More informations about the variety 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.
More informations about the wines of Brazil
With about 83,000 hectares of Vineyard">Vineyards, it ranks just behind its close neighbours, Argentina and Chile, in terms of cultivated area. Only a small portion (about 10%) of these hectares are planted with Vitis vinifera vines, but this large area does not translate into large volumes of quality wine. Concerted efforts are underway to improve this ratio. Although not yet recognized internationally, the quality of Brazilian wines is increasing year by year.
What are the typical flavors of the Cabernet franc grape variety?
- OakPresent in 1% of Cabernet franc
- Red fruitPresent in 1% of Cabernet franc
- Black fruitPresent in 1% of Cabernet franc