Cabernet Franc Week: A Toast to Elegance
Cabernet Franc is one of the most fascinating and elegant grape varieties in the wine world. Originally from Bordeaux, France, its unique aromatic profile, with fresh red fruits and herbal and spicy touches, makes it a wine full of complexity. Grown in various regions, this variety is synonymous with freshness, sophistication and an exquisite ability to pair with different styles.
This December 4 we celebrate International Cabernet Franc Day, in honor of Armand Jean Du Plessis, Cardinal – Duke of Richelieu, one of the first to promote the cultivation of this grape variety in France, in the Loire Valley.
Today, we pay tribute to a wine that continues to captivate with its timeless elegance. In this Cabernet Franc Week, we share with you how to harmonize between dishes and flavors.
Trumpeter Cabernet Franc
This wine stands out for its vibrant aromas of yellow cherries and a delicate smoky touch, the result of its 7 months in French oak. Ideal to accompany Creole stews such as locro or carbonada, its aging ensures a longevity of about five years. A red wine that seduces from the first moment, ideal for moments of great enjoyment. Ideal to accompany grilled meats, such as lamb or red meats, as well as dishes with fresh herbs and delicate sauces.
Rutini Cabernet Franc Collection
With a blend of fresh and jammy fruits, accompanied by subtle toasted notes, this wine becomes the perfect companion for sophisticated dishes. Imagine pairing it with red tuna, quail or aged cheeses. Each glass elevates the flavor and texture of the most refined ingredients.
Rutini Collection Cabernet Franc – Malbec
A symphony of two iconic varieties, 50% Cabernet Franc and 50% Malbec, aged 12 months in French oak. With a cellaring potential of more than 10 years, this wine stands out for its structure and balance. Ideal with meats such as wild duck or a perfectly prepared lasagna.
Dominio Rutini Malbec – Cabernet Franc
Gualtallary’s fusion of Malbec and Cabernet Franc creates a friendly red, with a touch of spice and mild astringency. Its fruity frame makes it the perfect pairing for spicy chicken empanadas, a charcuterie board or prosciutto. A wine that invites you to share and enjoy with friends.
Single Vineyard Gualtallary Cabernet Franc
An exceptional Cabernet Franc that spent 12 months in French oak barrels, giving it an aromatic complexity that is vibrantly expressed on the palate. Its minty touch refreshes the palate, and its distinctive character unfolds beautifully with dishes such as hare in Portuguese sauce or Moroccan tajine. A red wine for the most demanding.
Anthology LXIX (49)
An impressive wine, composed mostly of Merlot (80%) and Cabernet Franc (20%), which spent 18 months in new barrels, ensuring a future of more than 15 years of cellaring. With complex aromas of cooked red fruit, vanilla and licorice, it pairs perfectly with dishes such as entraña with papas paille or Iberian ham. A red wine to be enjoyed slowly, celebrating haute cuisine.
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