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Cabernet Franc

Kriselle

Rogue Valley · Southern Oregon · United States

Fact sheet

Type
Other
Grape
Cabernet Franc
Country
United States
Region
Rogue Valley · Southern Oregon
Appellation
Rogue Valley
Body
medium
Acidity
medium
Tannin
high
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

grilled meats · stews · aged cheeses

Rated vintages

  • 201486 pts

    Intense scents and flavors of charred wood and espresso beans take full control here. There's little evidence of the underlying fruit. It's a stylistic choice—one that the winery has clearly embraced.

  • 201384 pts

    Tannic and chewy, this is dominated by flavors of char and espresso. Rather light red fruit peeks out from behind, but the oak absolutely dominates.