Wines made from Cabernet franc grapes of Maryland
Discover the best wines made with Cabernet franc as a single variety or as a blend of Maryland.
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 Maryland
East Coast US wine state with a marked Bordeaux profile. Star Cabernet Franc: fine, structured reds with signature notes of raspberry, blackcurrant, bell pepper, violet, fresh herbs and spice, supple tannins — a local success. Also firm Cabernet Sauvignon, round Merlot and dense Petit Verdot in blends. Precise Chardonnay, aromatic Viognier and emerging saline Albarino whites.
What are the typical flavors of the Cabernet franc grape variety?
- Red fruitPresent in 21% of Cabernet franc
- EarthPresent in 16% of Cabernet franc
- OakPresent in 14% of Cabernet franc
- Black fruitPresent in 12% of Cabernet franc
- Non oakPresent in 9% of Cabernet franc
- SpicesPresent in 9% of Cabernet franc
- Tree fruitPresent in 2% of Cabernet franc
- Dried fruitPresent in 1% of Cabernet franc
- MicrobioPresent in 1% of Cabernet franc
- VegetalPresent in 1% of Cabernet franc
- Citrus fruitPresent in 1% of Cabernet franc