Wines made from Cabernet franc grapes of Columbia Valley - Page 2
Discover the best wines made with Cabernet franc as a single variety or as a blend of Columbia Valley.
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 Washington
Cradle of Washington State's great reds. Dense, structured Cabernet Sauvignon (blackcurrant, blackberry, graphite, firm tannins), round velvety Merlot, signature Syrah with peppery notes, black olive and deep black fruit. Also precise whites: balanced Chardonnay, taut fruity Riesling with peach notes. Semi-desert vineyard of 24,300 ha sheltered by the Cascades, loess soils over basalt, strong temperature swings.
What are the typical flavors of the Cabernet franc grape variety?
- MicrobioPresent in 6% of Cabernet franc
- FloralPresent in 4% of Cabernet franc
- Tree fruitPresent in 4% of Cabernet franc
- VegetalPresent in 3% of Cabernet franc
- Dried fruitPresent in 3% of Cabernet franc
- Citrus fruitPresent in 1% of Cabernet franc