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Francois Lurton Hacienda Araucan Humo Blanco Cabernet Franc 2013 – A Cab Franc with a Chilean Nose

Francois Lurton Hacienda Araucan, Humo Blanco Cabernet Franc 2013, Colchagua Valley, Chile, Wine Casual

Francois Lurton Hacienda Araucan, Humo Blanco Cabernet Franc 2013, Colchagua Valley, Chile

Tasting Note: A cab franc at an affordable price point with lots to like about it without being overly complex.

Francois Lurton Hacienda Araucan, Humo Blanco Cabernet Franc 2013, Colchagua Valley, Chile, Wine Casual

Photo Credit: Wine Casual, Francois Lurton Hacienda Araucan, Humo Blanco Cabernet Franc 2013, Colchagua Valley, Chile

Aromatic and ruby in color this cabernet franc has a Chilean nose that is reminiscent of the green pepper aromas often associated with Chilean carmenere.

There are also red cherry and black currant aromas.

On the palate the cabernet franc is smooth and fruit forward with medium tannin showing itself towards the 70% point of the taste.

Rating: 90 points
Price: $10
Alcohol: 14%
Tasted: Hotel Room, Santiago, Chile
Tasting Date: January 24, 2016

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