Wines made from Cabernet-Sauvignon grapes of Franciacorta

Discover the best wines made with Cabernet-Sauvignon as a single variety or as a blend of Franciacorta.

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More informations about the variety Cabernet-Sauvignon

Cabernet-Sauvignon noir is a grape variety that originated in France (Bordeaux). It produces a variety of grape specially used for wine making. It is rare to find this grape to eat on our tables. This variety of grape is characterized by small bunches, and small grapes. Cabernet-Sauvignon noir can be found in many vineyards: South-West, Loire Valley, Languedoc & Roussillon, Cognac, Bordeaux, Armagnac, Rhone Valley, Provence & Corsica, Savoie & Bugey, Beaujolais.

More informations about the region of Lombardie

The wine region of Franciacorta is located in the region of Lombardie of Italy. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine Ca' del Bosco or the Domaine Ca' del Bosco produce mainly wines sparkling, white and red. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Franciacorta are Chardonnay, Pinot noir and Pinot blanc, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Franciacorta often reveals types of flavors of cream, hazelnut or elderflower and sometimes also flavors of gooseberry, passion fruit or savory.

What are the typical flavors of the Cabernet-Sauvignon grape variety?

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Red fruitPresent in 1% of Cabernet-Sauvignon
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LemonPresent in 1% of Cabernet-Sauvignon
ToastyPresent in 1% of Cabernet-Sauvignon
PearPresent in 1% of Cabernet-Sauvignon

News about the grape variety Cabernet-Sauvignon

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