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Cabernet Franc

Sol Rouge

Lake County · United States

Fact sheet

Type
Other
Grape
Cabernet Franc
Country
United States
Region
Lake County
Appellation
Lake County / California
Body
full
Acidity
medium
Tannin
medium
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

grilled red meats · lamb · game meats · aged cheeses · dishes with mushrooms · barbecues

Rated vintages

  • 201292 pts

    This makes three knockout vintages in a row from Sol Rouge. The wine has richness, roundness, power and finesse all rolled into a balanced package. It smells gutsy, ripe but also smoky and savory, and tastes deep and layered with cassis, chocolate, and tobacco. A good wrapping o…

  • 201192 pts

    The aroma of this sleek and polished wine has hints of flowers and dark chocolate, while flavors suggest Bing cherries dusted with cocoa. Most impressive is the texture that is firm and refreshing, but also luxurious. While very flavorful and concentrated, it's not to heavy or t…

  • 201092 pts

    A great find, this is fully ripe but not too full bodied, offering opulent dark plum and black currant aromas, broad and rich flavors, and a plush, velvety texture. Subtle cedar and spice tones from oak barrels add complexity to the dark fruit notes, and soft tannins fill in the…