Wine from Francs comes out of Côtes de Bordeaux, France, where it sits as an appellation.
The signature grape is Merlot, backed by Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon, plus one more.
The ground underneath is clay and limestone.
The climate is maritime/oceanic.
The vineyards themselves read as slopes.
Red wine, dry white wine and sweet white wine is what the region is known for, and in the glass it shows crisp and aromatic, showcasing typical varietal characters, richly flavored and though produced in limited quantities.
At the table these bottles work with beef dishes, poultry, spicy cuisine and rich pasta dishes.
Serve chilled.
Keeps for 5 to 10 years.
In the glass.
Dry white: Crisp and aromatic, Showcasing typical varietal characters.
Sweet white: Richly flavored, Though produced in limited quantities.
Grapes planted here.
Bottles to look for.
- Chateau AD Francos, Francs Cotes de Bordeaux, France
- Chateau Clos Fontaine, Francs Cotes de Bordeaux, France
- Chateau Cru Godard, Francs Cotes de Bordeaux, France
- Chateau de Francs L'Infini, Francs Cotes de Bordeaux, France
- Chateau de Francs Les Cerisiers, Francs Cotes de Bordeaux, France
- Chateau de Francs, Francs Cotes de Bordeaux, France
- Chateau Franc Cardinal, Francs Cotes de Bordeaux, France
- Chateau Godard-Bellevue, Francs Cotes de Bordeaux, France
At the table.
- Beef dishes
- Poultry
- Spicy cuisine
- Rich pasta dishes
- Soft cheese
Serving and cellaring.
- Serve chilled.
- Keeps for 5 to 10 years.
Nearby regions.
Francs: common questions
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