Cabernet Franc

The Cabernet Franc is a French oak-aged, dry red wine with subtle aromas of black pepper with hints of red fruit. Raspberries and cherries often come to mind when Cabernet Franc is swirled in the glass. A bit lighter, less intense, and with a shorter finish than its son, Cabernet Sauvignon, it is a lovely wine to pair with less hearty meals, yet it can hold its own with those as well!

Favorite Pairings: Wendy’s Pot Roast, grilled chicken, grilled pork loin, pasta

The numbers: 100% Cabernet Franc, 0.0% Residual Sugar

Cabernet Franc’s History at Hickory Hill

The Cabernet Franc was first bottled at Hickory Hill in 2005 and holds the distinction as the first wine to be added to the original six! The 2005 Cabernet Franc earned a medal and the 2009 vintage earned our first Gold for any wine. While we do not grow Cabernet Franc, these grapes were sourced from Shady Grove Vineyards in Bedford County, VA which is owned and operated by long time friends Melissa Sutters and Phyllis Buckner. We thank them for the vintages they entrusted to our care.

2013
Bronze – 2018 Virginia Governor’s Cup
2012
Silver – 2015 Virginia Wine Lover’s Classic
2009
Gold – 2011 Eastern International Wine Competition
Silver – 2012 Virginia Wine Lover’s Classic
2007
Bronze – 2010 Virginia Governor’s Cup
2005
Bronze – 2007 Virginia Governor’s Cup

Cabernet Franc

Cabernet Franc’s History at Hickory Hill

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