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Canadian Cabernet Franc
Cabernet Franc is produced in Ontario and British Columbia. Both provices produce very good
Cab Francs and in a wide range of styles. Francs from Niagara tend to have more green fruit
with BC wines having more darker fruit.
What Canadian wine region makes the best Cabernet Franc?
Ontario and British Columbia (BC) are probably about the same on their ability to
grow fantastic Cabernet Franc grapes.
What are five wineries that create a great Canadian Cabernet Franc?
For many years Cabernet Franc's were my favorite wines. Then after years of not really
drinking many I have recently tried a few more and all are include
- Kacaba Vineyards, 2003 Cabernet Franc VQA
- Lailey Vineyard, 2003 Cabernet Franc VQA
- Fairview Cellars, 2005 Cabernet Franc VQAStoney Ridge Winery
- Hillebrand, wide range of Francs
- Burrowing Owl, 2005 Cab Franc, Gold Medal Winner (recommended)
Who produces the best Ontario Cabernet Franc?
In my opinion, Kacaba Vineyard has the
the best Cabernet Franc in Ontario. Kacaba's 2003 Cabernet Franc is absolutely great. The 2003
should be put down for at least 3-5 years to allow it reach its prime drinking age. This is one
of the few Ontario wines that could be cellared for 10 years.
How long as Cabernet Franc been produced in Canada?
Coming Soon!
How much Cabernet Franc is planted in BC?
I am still trying to find an answer for this question.
How much Cabernet Franc is planted in Ontario?
I am still trying to find an answer for this question.
What does it mean when people say Cabernet Franc is a blending wine?
Cabernet Franc grapes are one of the main grapes used in French Bordeaux blends. In Canada,
it is most often used in Mertiges or other bordeaux style blends
Is it true there is a Cabernet Franc Ice wine?
Yes! Canada produces 99% of the worlds ice wine. Cabernet Francice wine
has a beautiful red/pink colour which makes it a great wine to give as a present.
More and more wineries are producing Cabernet Franc Icewine in Ontario.
Here are some Canadian Cab Franc reviews?
- Pillitteri Estates Winery, 2002 Cabernet Franc, Niagara - Sept 1,2008 starting
to get a bit long in the tooth. Losing the wonderful tobaco notes it had
when it was young. Drink and and enjoy.
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Hopefully this is a good introduction to Canadian Cabernet Franc. If you have questions
or comments send me an email from the contact page.
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