Dr. Konstantin Frank Cabernet Franc is a premium red wine produced by Dr. Konstantin Frank Winery in the Finger Lakes region of New York. The wine is made from Cabernet Franc grapes grown in the winery's estate vineyards, which are situated on the slopes of Keuka Lake. The vineyards benefit from the unique microclimate of the region, which is characterized by cool temperatures and a long growing season. The wine is crafted using traditional winemaking techniques, including hand harvesting and aging in French oak barrels. The resulting wine is a complex and elegant expression of Cabernet Franc, with notes of black cherry, plum, and spice, and a long, smooth finish.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Dr. Konstantin Frank Cabernet Franc is a deep ruby-colored wine with aromas of ripe cherry, raspberry, and blackberry.On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, with complex flavors of black currant and spice. The tannins are smooth and balanced, and the finish is long and persistent. This is a truly elegant expression of Cabernet Franc, and a great example of the variety's potential in the Finger Lakes.
EXPERT RATING
3.8
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2027
Profile
Sweetness:
Almost dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
No/Low
Very High
Intensity:
Fragrant
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Bold
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Cabernet Franc
ORIGINS
Winery: Dr. Konstantin Frank
Region: New York
New York is a state located in the Northeastern United States, bordered by the Atlantic Ocean and Canada. It is a major wine-producing region, with a long and varied history of winemaking.
New York has a long history of winemaking, dating back to the early 1600s when Dutch settlers first planted vines in the Hudson Valley. Since then, the state has become the thirs largest wine-producing region in the United States. Today, New York is home to over 200 wineries, producing a wide variety of wines from both native and international grape varieties.