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Cabernet Franc
/kab-er-NAY FRAHNK/
Red grape parent of Cabernet Sauvignon, known for herbal notes.
Full Definition
Cabernet Franc is a red grape variety, one of the parents of Cabernet Sauvignon (with Sauvignon Blanc). It produces wines with red fruit, violets, and herbal/bell pepper notes. A blending component in Bordeaux, it stars solo in Loire Valley (Chinon, Bourgueil). Grows well in cooler climates than Cabernet Sauvignon.
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