2019 Cabernet Franc, Nathan Kendall, Finger Lakes

Cabernet Franc

Nathan Kendall is a well traveled winemaker, having gained experience in Waipara (New Zealand), the Mosel (Germany), Adelaide Hills (Australia) and also closer to home in Sonoma, prior to retunring to his native finger lakes to set up N.Kendall Wines on the banks of Seneca Lake.  The philosophy here to produce, classic and restrained styles of wine from healthy fruit with minimal intervention.  Long, spontaneous fermentation is followed by extended ageing to enhance texture. 

£38.95

2020 Apelacion Cabernet Franc, Zuccardi, Uco Valley

Cabernet Franc

This is a wonderfully rich and luscious Cabernet Franc from Zuccardi's high altitude vineyards in the Uco Valley.  Bright red and dark fruits, firm tannins and keen acidity on the long finish.

£19.95

2020 Cabernet Franc Seleccion, Bodegas Rio Del Elorza, Mendoza

Cabernet Franc

The Verum Cabernet Franc Seleccion, Bodegas Rio Del Elorza has classic elements on the nose including wild strawberry, blackberry, pencil shavings and a hint of blackcurrant leaf.  Lovely ripe fruits with a hint of stalky/vegetal character but not too much greenness, instead offering more body and depth of fruit and a slight touch of herbal mint. The full-bodied palate is elegant with firm tannins but a vital balancing acidity. Cedar notes show from the use of French oak and the finish is dominated by bright red fruit and mocha spice.

£21.95

2020 Reyneke Cornerstone, WO Stellenbosch

Cabernet Franc

The Reyneke Cornerstone is a blend of 86% Cabernet Franc and 14% Cabernet Sauvignon farmed Biodynamically.  This terrific value red displays typically aromatic Cabernet Franc characters on the nose with delicate perfume and the vegetal stalkiness one would expect.  The palate is impeccably balanced with sweet dark fruit, spice notes and more vegetal characteristics coming through on the long, well-balanced finish.

£24.95

2020/22 Achaval Ferrer Cabernet Franc, Mendoza

Cabernet Franc

The cool mountain air and abundant sunshine of the Tupungato are perfect for the cultivation of Cabernet Franc.  The styles produced here are different to those of the Loire valley but still posess a wonderfully enticing perfume.  This delicious red wine from Achaval Ferrer is bold with rich, dark fruit character, well structured tannins and herbal notes.  Delicious now with some breating, this lovely red will continue to develop for up to 10 years from vintage.

£25.95

2021 Dolomite Cabernet Franc, Raats, Stellenbosch

Cabernet Franc

The Dolomite Cabernet  Franc from Raats shows dark and red cherry on the nose. Dark berries, spiciness and herbs linger on the palate. The wine has great purity of fruit with a hint of wet-stone minerality and a velvet soft finish.

£15.95

2022 Bourgueil, Domaine Des Mailloches

Cabernet Franc

Lively, ruby-red in colour, this wine has a fruity nose with prevailing aromas of red and black fruits. The palate is supple and rich.  There's enough acidity and freshness to make this a good match to cooked pork dishes and white meats in general as well as roasts and a simple cheeseboard.  Delicious when chilled down a few degrees below room temperature 

£14.95

2022 Le Veritable Rose de Bearn, Producteurs de Jurancon

Cabernet Franc

The Le Veritable Rose de Bearn from Producteurs de Jurancon is very easy going with beautifully balanced starwberry and redcurrant fruit, fresh acidity and a nicely weighted palate.

£9.95

2023 Chinon Les Joueurs, Domaine la Chapelle

Cabernet Franc

The Chinon Joueurs is Domaine la Chapelle's was the first wine to be released from this biodynamic Domaine. The grapes are hand harvested from a mixture of different plots, and then fermented in concrete tank with natural yeasts.  The result is a wine that displays immense purity and freshness, giving hints of typical vegetal notes alongside perfumed dark fruits and a lovely vein of acidity.  Balanced, harmonious and a joy to drink.

£23.00