Wines made from Cabernet franc grapes of Center
Discover the best wines made with Cabernet franc as a single variety or as a blend of Center.
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.
Central Israel between Jerusalem and Tel Aviv, high-altitude vineyards (up to 1,000 m) in the Judean Hills, terra rossa over limestone and tufa, warm days and cool nights. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah are the signature reds: elegant and structured with blackcurrant, blackberry, black cherry, Mediterranean garrigue and a mineral-calcareous hint, balanced tannins. Taut mineral Chardonnay, lively Sauvignon and ample Sémillon as refined whites. Emerging Pinot Noir.