REGION: Friuli-Venezia Giulia

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Cabernet Franc is the parent grape of Cabernet Sauvignon & Merlot. It has a unique bell pepper aroma/taste caused by naturally occurring compounds called “pyrazines.” They act as a defense system against pests, allowing the grapes to grow in an array of climates, each bringing out different flavors & characteristics of the grape.

Color: light ruby red

Nose: strawberries, herbs & bell pepper

Flavor/Finish: when young, easy to drink, yet intense & herbal, with lovely grape flavor; when aged, round, full-bodied & tannic, with rich, aromatic flavors

Varietal: 100% Cabernet Franc

Food Pairing: when young, cold meat dishes; when aged, toast, game, seasoned dishes & aged cheeses

Process: the juice is left on the skins during control-temperatured fermentation

Serving Temperature: 60 - 62 °F

Alcohol: 12.5%

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