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Variety: Cabernet Franc

Color: Red

Other names:

Varietal Notes:

This variety has been established in Bordeaux, France in the 17th century. Cabernet Franc is similar to Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot but differs by smaller, compact, and mostly cylindrical clusters. The clusters are tighter than Cabernet Sauvignon due to greater berry set. Blends well with both Cabernet and Merlot

Courtesy Vitis International Variety Catalogue

*Characteristics:**					Lighter body with less tannin and acid than Cabernet Sauvignon
*Aromas/Flavors:**					Pronounced earthiness
Food Pairing:
Aging:**
Commercial Examples***:
* Character, Aromas, and Flavors of wine produced from the above-mentioned grapes are based upon a general assessment of the variety. Winemaker results will vary. The ability to age is tied directly to the wine's chemical make-up. Aging in the context of a varietal assumes the wines produced can or tend to yield the correct chemical make-up. Winemaker results will vary. * Commercial Examples provided as varietal references for benchmarking. Winemaker results will vary.