Cabernet Franc
Cabernet Franc is a red grape common to Bordeaux and the Loire, although it can be grown throughout the world, in California, Washington, New York, Italy and Canada, among other places. Characteristics include an herbal, leafy flavor and a soft, fleshy texture. You can use Wine Enthusiast’s online Buying Guide to find the top-rated Cabernet Franc among our extensive Cabernet Franc wine reviews and easy-to-use database. Our Cabernet Franc reviews will give you a general idea what to expect from wines made from Cabernet Franc, and will help you find one that best suits your needs.
Hudson-Chatham 2007 Cabernet Franc
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- $17
This bright, lively red starts with refreshing aromas of cherry and plum, and on the palate, waves of cedar, red berries and pepper. Though not terribly complex, the wine has an appealing, sprightly character and will pair well with poultry and game.
— S.K.
(2/1/2010)
Gilbert Cellars 2007 Cabernet Franc (Wahluke Slope)
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- $32
Even grapier than the Cabernet Sauvignon, this forward, light, candied, confected wine has a hole in the middle. The tannins turn quite astringent, a marked contrast to the sweetness of the fruit.
— P.G.
(5/1/2010)
Osprey's Dominion 2007 Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island)
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The nose and palate of this fruit-forward Cab Franc (with an added splash of Merlot) is lush with sweet ripe red plums, spice and a hint of char. It’s easy drinking but a bit broad and lacking in intensity or zing.
— A.I.
(4/1/2011)
Titus 2007 Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley)
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- $36
This Cab Franc is simple and jammy, like a wine version of melted black cherry jelly enhanced with an infusion of sweet, smoky, vanilla oak. It sure is fruity, but not very interesting in terms of complexity.
— S.H.
(7/1/2010)
Château Coudray Montpensier 2009 Rosé Cabernet Franc (Chinon)
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As fresh as they come, with bright strawberry flavors touched by caramel and red currant acidity. For drinking this summer.
— R.V.
(8/1/2010)
Manoir de la Tête Rouge 2007 Bagatelle Cabernet Franc (Saumur)
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- $18
A somewhat austere, lean wine, with dry tannins and tobacco aromas. The berry fruits are full of spice and fresh currants, giving a wine that is stalky, firm and finishes dry.
— R.V.
(8/1/2010)
Sylvester 2006 Le Vigne di Domenico Cabernet Franc (Paso Robles)
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- $30
A simple, one-dimensional wine that has the benefit of dryness, as well as a silky mouthfeel. The flavors are rather thin, suggesting black cherries and herbs. Drink now.
— S.H.
(6/1/2010)
Reverie 2007 Estate Cabernet Franc (Diamond Mountain)
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- $60
Hard, tough in tannins, and unrewarding. There’s not enough cherry and currant fruit to break through the astringency and give you a reason to drink it.
— S.H.
(8/1/2010)
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