So... from the land of great French Sauvignon Blanc - let's try a Cabernet Franc!
Wine: 2010 Reserve des Vignerons Saumur Champigny
Region: Loire, France
Grape Varieties: Cabernet Franc
Grape Varieties: Cabernet Franc
Obtained from: Purchased at Total Wine & More
Price: $13.00
Wino4Life Category: Everyday Wine
Aeration before tasting: Just a swirl or two, no special aeration.
Cork Condition: Natural Cork - no defects or issues.
Appearance: Wine is clear, dark red color at the center with a water white rim.
Aroma: Very nice blackberry aroma with a bit of dried leaves and minerality.
The Grade: I give this one an A. Very drinkable, and nicely balanced - a super wine for $13. I have read that the 2010 vintage in Loire had a longer growing period, so the grapes ripened a bit more - and I think this wine benefited greatly. Introduce your friends to something different - a Cabernet Franc from the Loire valley!!
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