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September 22, 2009

Cabernet Franc

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Cabernet Franc is often a forgotten grape, overlooked by “the other Cabernet” – Cabernet Sauvignon. According to DNA testing in 1997, Cabernet Franc is one of the “parents” of Cabernet Sauvignon. The other is Sauvignon Blanc. Cabernet Franc is used more as a blending grape rather than as a stand-alone varietal. However, it is still one of the the world’s 20 most planted grapes for wine.

 

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