Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Blend | Fiammante Cabernet Franc Capua DOC
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Fiammante
H2: Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Blend from Capua DOC
Area of Production: Pian d’Artino Saturnia
Soil: Black clay, calcareous, minerals
Harvest Time: Between beginning and middle of September
Vinification: Brought to the cellar for long maceration on the skins, separate fermentation
In the Cellar: Matures in French oak barrels, refined in the bottle for 12 months
Alcohol: 13.5%
Varietal: 80% Cabernet Franc, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon
Pairings: Beef, venison
FAQ
What is the difference between Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc? Cabernet Franc is typically more medium-bodied with herbal aromas and red fruit flavors, while Cabernet Sauvignon is often fuller-bodied with higher tannins.
What does Cabernet Franc add to a blend? It can add structure, aromatic lift, and a more expressive red-fruit and herbal profile to a Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon blend.
Is Cabernet Franc dry or sweet? Cabernet Franc is generally vinified as a dry red wine.
Images for illustrative purposes only.
Fiammante
H2: Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Blend from Capua DOC
Area of Production: Pian d’Artino Saturnia
Soil: Black clay, calcareous, minerals
Harvest Time: Between beginning and middle of September
Vinification: Brought to the cellar for long maceration on the skins, separate fermentation
In the Cellar: Matures in French oak barrels, refined in the bottle for 12 months
Alcohol: 13.5%
Varietal: 80% Cabernet Franc, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon
Pairings: Beef, venison
FAQ
What is the difference between Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc? Cabernet Franc is typically more medium-bodied with herbal aromas and red fruit flavors, while Cabernet Sauvignon is often fuller-bodied with higher tannins.
What does Cabernet Franc add to a blend? It can add structure, aromatic lift, and a more expressive red-fruit and herbal profile to a Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon blend.
Is Cabernet Franc dry or sweet? Cabernet Franc is generally vinified as a dry red wine.
Images for illustrative purposes only.
