Cabernet Franc

Producer:
Azienda Vitivinicola Ornella Bellia
Region:
Veneto
Grape:
Cabernet Franc
Classification:
DOCG
Vintage:
2016
Capacity:
0.75 l

Dry red wine with Cabernet Franc. This French grape variety is popular in the whole region of Veneto, also Ornelia has grown her vineayards in the surroundings of Pramaggiore with it. Vinified only in stainless steel tanks, the wine is light and gently fruity, goes well with every dish, best with meats.

Details

Color: vivid red with violet hues.
Aroma: intense, notes of red fruits.
Flavor: dry, pleasing.
Food Matching: with dishes based on meats, roasted meats, poultry.
Serving temperature: 14%.
Alcohol content: 13%.

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