Wines made from Cabernet franc grapes of Samburesti
Discover the best wines made with Cabernet franc as a single variety or as a blend of Samburesti.
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.
Romanian DOC of Oltenia on the hills of Sâmburesti (Olt valley), iron-rich stony soils. Cabernet Sauvignon historic signature in red: deep ruby, blackcurrant, black cherry, plum, leather and herbal-spice touch, firm tannins, vigour and superb ageing — a benchmark of Romanian Cabernet. Merlot supple, fine Pinot Noir and Burgund Mare as complements. Terroir introduced in the 19th century by the French.