Cabernet Franc
Villány 2013
Deep ruby red color. Mature black cherry in the nose. Good, but not a heavy wine. Soft fruits, tobacco and coffee dominate the mouth. The tannins are delicious, the balance is great.
Recommended drinking temperature: | 17-18 ℃ |
Alcohol content: | 14,5 % |
Bottle size: | 0,75 l |
Winemaking
After rigorous hand selection, berries are gently crushed and briefly cold soaked in stainless steel tanks. Spontaneous malolactic fermentation in French oak. 28-day total maceration in the tank to preserve the varietal's character.
Aged for 17 months in new and used French oak barrels.
The Year
Winter and spring of 2013 were wet and cold - with some heavy snow in April - delaying bud break and flowering by weeks. Blooming occurred in nearly ideal, somewhat cold weather. Early-ripening grapes such as Merlot, Portugieser and Pinot Noir did well result in huge amount, spotless quality fruit. Due to the cold front, late-ripening varietals such as Cabernet Franc and Kékfrankos ripened less evenly. Long Indian summer with mild temperatures and sunny days was an important factor in the ripening process of Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. An excellent vintage overall, especially after the dreadful start.
Tasting
color | deep ruby red | |
smell | Mature black cherry in the nose | |
taste | Good, but not a heavy wine. Soft fruits, tobacco and coffee dominate the mouth. |