Wines made from Cabernet franc grapes of Lake Erie North Shore
Discover the best wines made with Cabernet franc as a single variety or as a blend of Lake Erie North Shore.
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 region of Ontario
Canada's southernmost VQA (north shore of Lake Erie, ~42 degrees N, Tuscan latitude), ~600 ha with Ontario's highest heat accumulation, sandy-gravelly soils. Riesling signature white king: taut with citrus, white peach, apple, white flowers and mineral touch, vibrant acidity. Spiced Cabernet Franc, supple Merlot and airy Pinot Noir in reds. Signature speciality: golden concentrated icewine (apricot, honey, candied citrus) from early winters.
What are the typical flavors of the Cabernet franc grape variety?
- Red fruitPresent in 10% of Cabernet franc
- OakPresent in 9% of Cabernet franc
- Black fruitPresent in 9% of Cabernet franc
- EarthPresent in 8% of Cabernet franc
- SpicesPresent in 6% of Cabernet franc
- Non oakPresent in 4% of Cabernet franc
- VegetalPresent in 3% of Cabernet franc
- Tree fruitPresent in 1% of Cabernet franc
- Citrus fruitPresent in 1% of Cabernet franc
- MicrobioPresent in 1% of Cabernet franc
- Dried fruitPresent in 1% of Cabernet franc