cabernet franc

Cabernet Franc is a red grape variety that is widely grown in the Loire Valley region of France, particularly in the Chinon, Bourgueil and Saumur-Champigny appellations. These wines are known for their bright, fresh and lively character with aromas of red fruits, spices and herbal notes. The region's cooler climate and chalky soils provide the perfect terroir for this grape variety, allowing it to develop its unique flavour profile.

Cabernet Franc is often used as a blending grape, but can also be made into single-varietal wines that showcase its full range of flavours and aromas. Many winemakers in the Loire Valley are now experimenting with biodynamic viticulture, which uses only natural methods and avoids synthetic fertilisers and pesticides. This approach aims to enhance the character of the wine and express the true terroir of the region.

Renowned producers of Cabernet Franc in the Loire Valley include Alphonse Mellot, Charles Joguet, Château de Coulaine and Clau de Nell. These producers are known for their commitment to biodynamic viticulture and for producing exceptional Cabernet Franc wines that reflect the terroir of the Loire Valley.