Bring the Flavor of New Mexico to Your Thanksgiving Table Nov 21, 2009
Well known for its Meritage (a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon), the winery offers several other styles of wine. Their Chocolate Cabernet Wine Sauce is a little taste of heaven. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Winging Thanksgiving wines Nov 18, 2009
Massachusetts cabernet franc; every one spot on, none a demonstrably better match than another. We ve also served a variety of whites with success, among them Alsatian riesling, pinot gris, and pinot blanc; German riesling; gruner veltliner from Austria; Vouvray; even a busty Champagne. (Boston Globe)
S. Ontario welcomes Prince Charles Nov 6, 2009
At Niagara College, Prince Charles sampled three of its homegrown wines - a Chardonnay, a Meritage and a Cabernet Franc ice wine. Prince Charles said he found the ice wine fascinating. (Buffalo Business First, NY)
Paso Robles is a treasure trove of intriguing vintage stories Oct 20, 2009
"Among their top wines are Orchestration, a syrah blend with cabernet and petite sirah, and Quadraphonic, a cabernet sauvignon blend with cabernet franc, merlot and syrah.Also check out their one-of-a-kind bar, designed from the inner workings of three spinet pianos.The prestige of downtown tasting rooms has grown this year with two newcomers - Kiame Wine Cellars and Clayhouse Wines.In April, co-owners Greg Johnson and Aram Deirmenjian opened Kiame in the historic Granary Building, once a flour... (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)
Tiger Mountain Vineyards well worth the drive up 441 Oct 18, 2009
Although they weren't ready for picking, the darker grapes on the next row produce Cabernet Franc and Mountain Cyn - two of Tiger Mountain's medal winners ... He carefully selected a variety suited to the North Georgia climate: the American Norton, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Tannat, Mourvedre and the white Viognier along with the Portuguese Touriga Nacional and Tinta Cao. (Athens Banner-Herald)
David Lake, at 66; helped put Wash. wines on the map Oct 17, 2009
NEW YORK - David Lake, a pioneering Washington winemaker who made the state s first vineyard-designated wines and its first wines from the syrah, cabernet franc, and pinot gris grapes, died Oct. 5 at his home in Sammamish, Wash ... In 1991, again using grapes from Red Willow, Mr. Lake produced the state s first cabernet franc. (Boston Globe)
Winemakers learn how to make quality merlot again Oct 16, 2009
Rutherford Hill adds complexity with small additions of cabernet sauvignon, cabernet franc, malbec and syrah. So maybe it's time to put snobbish Miles' complaints aside and give merlot another chance. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Triad wineries take home honors Oct 13, 2009
Lexington-based Childress Vineyards was awarded the N.C. Winegrowers Cup and Best of Show honors, as well as the Best Red Vinifera award, for its 2006 Cabernet Franc. Other Triad winners include. (Triad Business Journal, NC)
North Americas top wine destinations Oct 13, 2009
Baco noir, cabernet franc, and others are produced in Michigan Wine Country, along with rarer fruit wines and ice wines. msnbc. (MSNBC -- Travel)
The Grapevine: Napa journey wraps up with visit to family winery Oct 8, 2009
There are more than 100 acres under vine, which makes them a midsized winery as far as Napa's pecking order goes, and they've got large, continuous vineyards filled with cabernet sauvignon, merlot, malbec and cabernet franc. Bordeaux varietals mainly, but there also are plantings of chenin blanc, the Loire-based grape for which the Chappellets are known as well. (Florida Today)
Pour Favor: September's Wicked Wines Oct 6, 2009
This particular wine is comprised largely of Merlot, followed by Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. It has the elegance of a simple yet sophisticated long, flowing skirt, and the pizzazz of the avant-garde. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
The Apogee of Washington Cabs Sep 18, 2009
Grapes: 45% cabernet sauvignon, 45% merlot, 7% malbec, 3% cabernet franc. Appellation: Walla Walla ValleyRegion: Washington StateCountry: USAPrice: $50Availability: ModerateWeb Site: www. (BusinessWeek)
Recession-vintage wineries Aug 29, 2009
Rivino produces 1,000 cases total of an eclectic mix of wines, from a Sangiovese to a Viognier to a blend of Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Viognier. 4101 Cox Schrader Road, Ukiah (Mendocino County). (San Francisco Chronicle)
Drink local and well Aug 13, 2009
Reds are lemburger, cabernet franc, merlot and a blend they label Proprietor's Red. For 2008 they added petit verdot, an interesting red variety that has long been established in the Medoc region of Bordeaux and is part of the famous Bordeaux blend. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
SA wines 350 years on Aug 10, 2009
The valley, with award-winning Shiraz, Cabernet Franc, Semillon and sweet Riesling, is a prime example of what winemakers say makes the country great. "If you want to have a great meal, you've got a red wine, you've got a white wine you've got a sweet wine. It shows our ability to diversify and still produce the very best of South Africa," said Lambour. (iAfrica.com)
When picking wine for the holiday menu, one simply won't do Aug 9, 2009
With the turkey, I'm going with a Cabernet Franc from the Loire Valley that has the spiciness and zest to partner with the bird and all its fixings. But you can't go wrong with Pinot Noir either, such as this lovely bottle from Monterey County. (FOX61, CT)
Paul Vance Celebrates 90 Years Of Life Aug 6, 2009
His son Robin Vance presented his father a limited edition of a 2008 Cabernet Franc wine with additional blends in celebration of his lifetime. The wine was created specifically for Paul. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
On the trail of Mass. wines and cheeses Aug 5, 2009
Born and raised in The Azores, Morais grew up tending vineyards; among his grapes are chardonnay, vidal blanc, and cabernet franc. Much newer to wine making is David Neilson, a former engineer, who planted grapes four years ago on what was a cornfield. (Boston Globe)
Through the grape vine Jul 31, 2009
Their lineup includes Vintners Reserve Cabernet Franc (2006), which won a bronze at the Pennsylvania State Farm Show; Concord, which won a silver at the Pennsylvania State Farm Show; Sunset Blush, which won a bronze at the Pennsylvania State Farm Show, a bronze from the American Wine Society and a silver at the Florida State Fair; Vintners Reserve chardonnay (2007), which won a silver at the Pennsylvania State Farm Show, a bronze at the Florida State Fair and a bronze at the Eastern States... (Erie Times-News, PA)
Linda Webb, co-owner of Fromage & Other Fine Foods of Clayton, demonstrates a wine pouring at the restaurant. The first Clayton Crawl wine and food tasting will take place from 6-9 p.m. July. Jul 10, 2009
"She said the company would also serve "our all-time favorite, Rabun Red" and also Viognier white wine, "which we think is a great wine for the summer. ""We're excited about it," she said about the Clayton Crawl festival. "We think it's going to be great to focus on the two Rabun County vineyards (Tiger Mountain and Persimmon Creek). (Clayton Tribune, GA)
California dreamin'? Jul 10, 2009
But what surprised and captivated me were the red varietals, of which I tried cabernet francs, merlots, and pinot noirs, and red blends ... This wine is a blend of 50 percent cabernet franc, 20 percent each of pinot noir and merlot, and 10 percent cabernet sauvignon ... But the most impressive for me was the 2006 Estate Red, which is a blend of 50 percent cabernet franc, 20 percent merlot , 10 percent cabernet sauvignon, 10 percent lemberger and 10 percent pinot noir. (The Palm Beach Post)
Dickinson County town pops its cork for winery Jun 21, 2009
And while the Little Swan Lake Winery may have been best-known until recently for its fanciful Buffalo Blush, the bronze medal was for a more serious American Cabernet Franc. The Cabernet is a dry red varietal wine that wine maker Scott Benjamin noted "goes well with dinner and is fine just for sipping, too.". (Sioux City Journal)
Wine In A Box? Think 'Good' Not 'Gauche' Jun 16, 2009
Blake et al. Effect of Closure and Packaging Type on 3-Alkyl-2-methoxypyrazines and Other Impact Odorants of Riesling and Cabernet Franc Wines. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, 2009; 57 (11): 4680 DOI. (Science Daily)
Secret hotels of the Loire Valley Jun 6, 2009
A two-hour drive southwest of Paris, the Loire Valley is known for its earthy cabernet franc wines and hundreds of majestic castles. It's impossible to see them all (a visit to one ch teau can take half a day), so it's wise to focus on the worthy ones: Chenonceau, the graceful riverine palace that once belonged to Henri II (, $13); Chambord, which has a double-helix staircase inspired by the designs of Leonardo da Vinci (, $12. (CNN -- Travel)
Vintage voyageur Jun 2, 2009
" Latta is in the last year of his winemaking degree and his Eastern Peake vineyard is almost entirely devoted to pinot noir. Naigeon is a pinot noir specialist. It was a hand and glove match. Naigeon, a big bear of a man with an equally big appetite, is a regular visitor to Australia. He and Tangy indulged Latta with dinners and lunches, one memorable eat-a-thon running up a 400 euro bill (around $800). "I was spoilt rotten," laughs Latta. If France is the top destination for Australian... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
2 days, $200 on Cape Cod May 31, 2009
Oenophiles have one choice on the outer Cape, but it is nearby, at Truro Vineyards, where free tours can lead to a tasting of chardonnay or cabernet franc. Others craving the indoors could do well to choose one particular shop, Herridge Books, of Wellfleet, which features in its window such volumes as "On the Road," by Jack Kerouac; "Hugging the Shore," by John Updike; and "Oh, the Places You'll Go!" by Dr. Seuss. (Boston Globe)
Chill out with a cabernet franc May 21, 2009
While everyone is familiar with cabernet sauvignon and the wonderful wines it produces around the world from Bordeaux to California and virtually everywhere in between, most people aren't familiar with its red parent, cabernet franc. Cabernet franc is a thin-skinned red grape, thinner than cabernet sauvignon, with lower tannins and acid than cabernet sauvignon ... Cabernet franc is grown in places such as California, Washington state, Italy, Chile, Canada, Australia, South Africa, Bordeaux and... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Wine Tasting Dinner at The Morgan Dining Room May 21, 2009
The event's four-course meal consists of Chilled Gazpacho Trio with Chateau Frank Brut 2002, Catskill Mountains Brook Trout with Warm Yukon Gold Potato Salad, Fried Capers and a glass of Rkatsiteli 2006, Spiced Lamb Loin with Summer Vegetables, Mizuna and Apricot paired with Cabernet Franc 2007, and ending with Lemon Souffle Glace, Macerated Peppered Berries and a Semi-Dry Riesling 2007. The Dr. Konstantin Frank Wine Tasting Dinner begins at 6:00 pm and costs $78 per person, plus sales tax and... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
#17 GUILFORD, CONNECTICUT May 15, 2009
Their specialty is chardonnay but they also produce pinot noir, merlot and cabernet franc. Walk around the vineyards, spread across 40 acres of gently sloping fields (115 Cow Hill Rd., Clinton; [860] 664-0299). (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Auffrey: Ferrying to wine country May 15, 2009
You will find plenty of other grapes as well, including cabernet franc, cabernet sauvignon, chardonnay, chenin blanc, gewurztraminer, malbec, merlot, petit verdot, pinot blanc, pinot gris, pinot noir, riesling, sauvignon blanc, syrah and more ... You might also enjoy their sauvignon blanc and cabernet franc ... I recently tasted their 2007 Cabernet Franc and it was an amazing wine, rich and complex, one of the best wines I have recently tasted from Long Island. (Stoneham Sun, MA)
DIY Wine Comes To Bordeaux May 11, 2009
" He has already selected his grape varieties, Cabernet Franc and Merlot, the same used by Chateau Cheval Blanc, a legendary estate in Saint Emilion. Cheval Blanc costs hundreds of dollars per bottle. Kassinen's barrel at Crushpad Bordeaux will cost between 6,750 euros and 9,000 euros -- or 22.50 to 30 euros per bottle. "I don't know enough to make the wine myself, but I'm learning about winemaking," said Hindrikus. "I look at the reports they send me. Every time they do something, they send an... (Channelnewsasia.com)
Lakes winery earns global acclaim May 3, 2009
The winery's Cabernet Franc was one of 3,146 entries in the contest that began in 1985, and saw fewer medalists than the previous year. Australian jazz singer Billie James, who is a regular entertainer at the Winery, explained that her boss ''was not just up against the nation's best wine makers, but international competition as well,'' adding that one of Australia's most respected and innovative winemakers, Peter Lehmann, also earned a bronze. (Sioux City Journal)
Feds Approve Chelan Wine Appellation Apr 29, 2009
Growers and vintners also are experimenting more with early ripening red varieties, such as malbec, sangiovese and cabernet franc. "Lake Chelan is still very much a science experiment, because we're young," Phelps said. (KIRO TV, WA)
Wine drinkers jump on the blendwagon Apr 6, 2009
2006 Cline Oakley Five Reds California Red ($11) A terrific value made from a mix of Merlot, Barbera, Cabernet Franc, Syrah and Mourvedre with great layers of bright cherry and raspberry fruit with mint highlights, deeper plum low notes with ample acidity and tannin ... 2006 The Magnificent Wine Co. House Wine Columbia Valley Red ($10) A blend of three-quarters Cabernet Sauvignon plus Merlot, Syrah, Sangiovese, Malbec and Cabernet Franc. (San Francisco Chronicle)
The kindest cut: Lamb shoulder is succulent, forgiving and inexpensive Apr 6, 2009
Also good are Chinon and Bourgueil Cabernet Franc. If you want a white, try a full-bodied Alsatian Pinot Gris. (San Francisco Chronicle)
It's cheese season Apr 2, 2009
Cabernet Franc: Brie. Cabernet Sauvignon: Cream cheese, Gruyre and mature cheddar. (iAfrica.com)
The other Cabernet Mar 30, 2009
If Cabernet Franc has a pied piper, it might be Aaron Pott ... "The best expressions of Cabernet Franc are much more interesting than the best expressions of Cabernet Sauvignon." ... Cabernet Franc's other big claim is as Cabernet Sauvignon's genetic parent. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Persimmon Creek Vineyards in Clayton Mar 21, 2009
First planted in 2000 as a hobby, the vineyard boasts four grape varietals: Seyval Blanc, Riesling, Cabernet Franc and Merlot. It s grown to support a successful winemaking business that produces 2,000 cases each year with its wines offered in more than 25 restaurants including Atlanta s Restaurant Eugene and the Ritz-Carlton in Buckhead, and the Cloister at Sea Island. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Cabernet Franc Wine Variety Mar 16, 2009
Cabernet franc is a major grape variety that is grown throughout the world ... Cabernet Franc is not regarded as a "classic variety." ... Cabernet Franc tends to make lighter coloured wines with lower tannins than Cabernet Sauvignon. (Suite101.com)
Party On A Dime! Mar 15, 2009
It's a blend of Syrah, Petite Syrah, Cabernet Franc and a bunch of other luscious red grape. 3. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Word on the Street: Medical plaza joins hospital in Hanford Mar 9, 2009
And it isn't just their wines, which include Viognier, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Franc, that draw the locals, it is the willingness to help. Residents have volunteered to do everything from crush grapes to build the wine bar. (Fresno Bee)
Wine of the Week Mar 5, 2009
The winery relies on grapes supplied by the 60 shareholders from 42 farms which has given the opportunity to produce a variety of new wines such as Tinta Barocca, Viognier, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Tinta Roriz. If you are a Chenin Blanc fan then you must try the two offered from here as well as their excellent Few Good Men Chardonnay. (iAfrica.com)
Turning East Coast air into big-bodied reds Feb 19, 2009
A simultaneous and independent effort has been going on at Foreign Affair Winery in Niagara, where winemaker Len Crispino, a former trade ambassador to Italy and an Amarone lover, is using classic European vitis vinifera varieties such as cabernet franc ... But it's cheaper than the $110 that Foreign Affair Winery is asking for its air-dried cabernet franc. (Globe and Mail)
Southwest Wines wins top prize Feb 12, 2009
The DH Lescombes Cabernet Franc Limited Release was one of only six wines to win a best-of-the-best Sweepstakes Award ... As a result, the Cabernet Franc will be among the wines showcased at the annual public tasting for the competition, to be held at Fort Mason Center s Festival Pavilion in San Francisco on Feb. 28 ... In a competition traditionally dominated by West Coast wines, the Cabernet Franc from Southwest Wines has demonstrated the potential and the capability of New Mexico wine growers... (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)
