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Cabernet Franc

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Cabernet Franc is one of the major varieties of red wine grape in Bordeaux. It is mostly grown for blending with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot in the Bordeaux style, but is also vinified alone, particularly in Chinon in the Loire. It is even made into ice wine in Canada.

Cabernet Franc is lighter than Cabernet Sauvignon, contributing finesse and a peppery perfume to blends with more robust grapes. Depending on growing region and the style of wine, additional aromas can include tobacco, raspberry, and cassis, sometimes even violets. The Cabernet franc wine’s color is bright pale red.

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Food Pairing: Pairs well with autumn and winter vegetable stews and roasts. Cabernet Franc is perfect with an asparagus quiche, roasted vegetables or with braised lamb.

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Laguna Canyon Winery

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2005 Late Harvest Cabernet Franc
Russian River Valley

Loaded with aromas of raspberry, violets, red currants and strawberry jam. Powerful raspberry flavors dominate this wine balanced with subtle hints of smoked French oak. Pairs exce ...morellent with dark forest cake or chocolate bonbons.

^$38.00

Boeger Winery

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2006 Cabernet Franc
El Dorado

Aromas: Typical Cab. Franc spice, strawberry, clove Flavors: Bright cherry fruit, cedar, clove, tobacco. Palate: Medium-bodied, well-structured tannin and subtle acidity. Aging Pot ...moreential: 5-10 years

^$15.00

Burrell School Vineyards

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2004 Cabernet Franc
Santa Cruz Mountains

Our second totally estate Cabernet Franc from our Pichon Vineyard, this brilliant and clear, gorgeous wine has elusive and shy perfume-tinted scents of rose petals, violets and a h ...moreint of pink peppercorns. On the palate it is clean, smooth, delecate and well-framed, like a prima ballerina. The earthy red fruits are lurking beneath the overwhelmingly floral presentation. The finish is devine, with just a hint of white pepper.

^$40.00

Buttonwood Farm Winery

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2003 Cabernet Franc
Santa Ynez Valley

Cabernet Franc grapes produce wine with distinctive herbaceous and spicy flavors. Those who appreciate its flavors exol its virtues and exhibit extreme loyalty and enthusiasm. Coun ...moret Buttonwood among those franc aficionados- we even organize a "Franc Fest" dedicated to the wonderful qualities of Cabernet Franc. While we originally planted cabernet franc to blend with merlot, it's also a component of Trevin as well as this very Bordeaux-like varietal cabernet franc.

Cabernet Franc is the consummate food wine and pairs well with grilled foods of all kind- even smoked or grilled turkey.

^$18.00

Cerro Caliente Cellars

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2004 Cabernet Franc
Paso Robles/Herder Vineyards

One barrel held back just for this release! Aged 27 months before bottling. Aging has smoothed this wine to velvet. The nose is all Cabernet Franc has to offer, fully rounded with ...morebright cherries showing through this elegant, exceptionally well-balanced wine. The finish never stops.

^$32.00

Iverson Vineyards and Winery

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2005 Cabernet Franc
Fair Play

After 30 months in the barrel and a light blend of Cabernet Sauvignon we created a mouth full of flavors including raspberry, cherry, plum and strawberry with a soft and smooth fin ...moreish. Wow. One of my favorites.

^$24.00

Roudon-Smith Winery

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2006 Cabernet Franc
Sundance Vineyards, Monterey

Bronze Medal from the
2009 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition.
The oak aromas and flavor have integrated very well with the overall character of the wine. Aroma ...more of cherries, vanilla and lavender. Fruit up front with the oak carrying it to the finish line with lots of structure.

^$20.00

Pretty-Smith Winery

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2002 Cabernet Franc

made from 100% Pretty-Smith Cabernet Franc grapes, this medium bodied Franc is soft and fruity with a delightful spicy finish.

^$24.00

Pretty-Smith Winery

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2001 Cabernet Franc

made from 100% Pretty-Smith Cabernet Franc grapes, this wine is well balanced with a lovely violet nose and clove finish.

^$24.00

Pretty-Smith Winery

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2000 Cabernet Franc

*vintage closeout!*

made from 100% Pretty-Smith Cabernet Franc grapes, this wine is a beautiful garnet-red hue with black cherry, sage and oak aromas.

^$15.00

Nichols Winery & Cellars

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2000 Cabernet Franc
Cienega Valley

Winemaker says, oak, spice, cedar, chocolate, earth and fruit flavors; come across on the palate. Also fruit such as currant, black cherry, blueberry, and wild berries. It is integ ...morerated and layered with hints of caramel, smoke, and toast. It is complex, rich, and extremely well balanced. This Cabernet Franc is extremely elegant.

^$30.00

Cass Winery

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2004 Cabernet Franc
Paso Robles

This Cabernet Franc was the last variety to be picked during the 2004 harvest. The longer hang time resulted in concentrated fruit without extremely high sugar − a nice chara ...morecteristic of this variety. The fruit was originally contracted to a winery in Northern California and the fermentation was completed there in 1 ½ ton open top fermenters that were punched down 2 times per day. Subsequently, we negotiated to bring the wine back to Cass Winery where we barrel aged the wine 23 months and racked it after 16 months.

^$42.00

Cass Winery

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2005 Cabernet Franc
Paso Robles

The Cabernet Franc was harvested late in the vintage at full ripeness. The longer hang time resulted in concentrated flavor and structure in the wine. The ferment was punched down ...moreup to 4 times per day and pumped over when necessary. After 16 months aging in the barrel, the wine also received half that time aging in the bottle to ensure a wine ready to be enjoyed upon release.

^$42.00

Chappellet Vineyards

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2005 Pritchard Hill Estate Vineyard Cabernet Franc
Napa Valley

From its evocative red berry, plum, tea and cedar aromatics to the rich, complexity of its finish, this age-worthy Cabernet Franc displays both refinement and complexity. The red b ...moreerry aromatics are echoed on the palate by flavors of red currants and raspberry, accentuated by spicy green peppercorn notes and subtle hints of cocoa powder. A sophisticated wine from a cool vintage, this Cabernet Franc will continue to evolve and reward for years to come.

^$65.00

Clos La Chance Wines

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2005 Estate Cabernet Franc
Central Coast

Aromas of dark cherry, and cranberries, with a hint of cedar and fresh herbs. Soft, ripe stone fruits such as plums and cherries on the palate. Finishes with smooth tannins and hin ...morets of cassis and star anise. A good choice for those that enjoy the fruit of Cabernet Sauvignon without the heavier characteristics.

^$30.00

Cooper-Garrod Vineyards

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2004 Cabernet Franc, Francville Vineyard
Santa Cruz Mountains

This wine is made from unblended, 100% estate-grown, cellared, and bottled grapes. Lovely garnet color. In the nose, lingonberries, carnberries and spice. The wine has as soft, smo ...moreoth mouth-feel with raspberries, cranberries, allspice, and that telltale signature of briar that distinguishes Cabernet Franc. The finish is lovely and looooong. A wonderfully versatile wine that pairs nicely with a wide range of foods, including poultry, pork, lamb, and even some beef entrees!

^$24.00

Mount Palomar Winery

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2003 Best of Vintage Cabernet Franc

For our BOV wines, we look for full body, rich flavors and a smooth palate. Our 2003 fits that bill. It is more full-bodied than typical Cabernet Franc, but shows its heritage wi ...moreth a perfumed nose of black plum, white pepper, tobacco, vanilla and a hint of blueberry. The same impressions carry through in the flavor. The wine has a warm impression and finishes soft and velvety. It has a very long aftertaste, which makes it a great wine for a special meal.

StoneFly vineyards

CAW Rating: 88

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2006 Cabernet Franc
Napa Valley

The StoneFly Vineyard 2006 Napa Valley Cabernet Franc exhibits a dark, rich garnet color and an essence of black cherry with a hint of thyme. It has a peppery nose and a finish rem ...moreiniscent of the classic Chinons of the Loire Valley.

There is a subtle flavor of cocoa as the wine opens up. It displays a medium body and a long smooth finish with supple tannins. Although it is drinking well now, it will continue to improve until 2011 with proper cellaring.

^$29.00

Lucchesi Vineyards and Winery

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2006 Cabernet Franc
Sierra Foothills

Fragrant violets and raspberries greet you with a swirl of the glass. Flavors of blueberry, cedar, and spice are carried by supple, finely textured tannin through to the long finish.

^$24.00

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The StoneFly Vineyard 2006 Napa Valley Cabernet Franc exhibits a dark, rich garnet color and an essence of black cherry with a hint of thyme. It has a peppery nose and a finish reminiscent of the classic Chinons of the Loire Valley.

There is a subtle flavor of cocoa as the wi ...

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