I have always been a fan of Cabernet Franc but, admittedly, I have never been one to seek it out in a bottle shop or on a wine list in a restaurant and I can’t give a good reason for that. In all honesty, I don’t know many people who do?
What may not be known by most punters who like drinking Cabernet Sauvignon is, Cabernet Franc is one of its ‘parents’. I only say this because, sadly, Cabernet Franc seems to sit in the shadow of its offspring…and it shouldn’t.
Mayfield Vineyard have recognised that Cabernet Franc very much deserves its place in the spotlight and released this quality one, their first, into their range of wines.
Region: Orange Region, NSW Price: $37 Source: Samples thanks kindly to Mayfield Vineyard and Define Wine
It looks vibrant and bright in the glass with an expected sense of youthfulness spread across the surface as it sits in the glass. The aromas are exactly the same but it’s the red and black fruits coupled with a slight floral note coming through that make for a good introduction. I really liked how it felt on the palate. It has youthful and vibrant fresh red and black fruit flavours showing the way, and a depth and smoothness to those flavours that have it sitting perfectly in the medium bodied spectrum. Add in a slight herbal character, a light sprinkle of tannin and here you have a wine that will be a crowd-pleasing example of the variety. And, don’t be afraid to chill it slightly in the warmer months either. I feel it is that versatile.
Words from a Wine Glass 