Description
Cabernet Franc is one varietal of higher quality and reputation grown worldwide. It is very similar to Cabernet Sauvignon, but ripens at least one week before. This feature allows it to thrive in climates slightly cooler. Cab Franc is very aromatic and is also rich in tannins and colour that make it very suitable for parenting a blend. Petit Verdot is also one of the traditional classic black grape varieties used for blending in Bordeaux. Winemakers generally use the Petit Verdot grapes as chefs would use seasoning. The “spice box” contribution this grape adds to wine is dense fruit, dark colour, black fruit flavours, and heavy tannins. By blending these two powerful wines we have reached a very elegant full body wine with balanced acidity, noted for their minerality and depth of colour among its notes of spicy, raspberry, cassis and violets.
Food Pairings: Cab Franc/Petit Verdot Blend pairs well with BBQ lamb chops, pork spare ribs, duck and other rich meats. Hearty casseroles and mature cheeses will also match well.
