Cabernet Franc

Producer:
Azienda Agricola Cencig Nicola & Mauro
Region:
Friuli - Venezia Giulia
Grape:
Cabernet Franc
Classification:
DOC Colli Orientali del Friuli
Vintage:
2014
Capacity:
0.75 l

A dry red wine made from the Cabernet Franc grape. This grape variety orginating in France is generaly blended with Merlot, its "pure" version is a perfect example of a wine with a fairly good structure, combining well with most meat-based dishes. This wine from our producer located in Friuli was not aged in wood.

Details

Color: intense red ruby.
Aroma: rich notes of hay and wild grass.
Flavor: dry, harmonious.
Connecting with food: perfect for pork meats, grilled meats and game.
Serving temperature: 16°/18°C.
Alcohol content: 12%.

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