Les Racines is a pure Cabernet Franc from the Loire. Brilliant ruby red color, intense aromas of red fruits and violet. On the palate, it is fresh, juicy, well-balanced, and mineral.
France - Loire, Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil AOC Dry Red Wine Cabernet Franc 100%
Frederic Mabileau Les Racines - 2017 750 ml
36.69 €
31.19 price for 60 bottles (also mixed)
Frederic Mabileau Les Racines - 2014 750 ml
37.32 €
31.72 price for 60 bottles (also mixed)
Frederic Mabileau Les Racines - 2021 750 ml
37.40 €
31.79 price for 60 bottles (also mixed)
Colour
Intense and brilliant ruby red, with violet nuances.
Bouquet
Intense and complex, with notes of crisp red fruits (raspberry, redcurrant), violet, and a slight herbaceous/spicy hint (green pepper).
Taste
Fresh and juicy, with a good balance of acidity and fine tannins. Rich in red fruits, with a mineral and persistent finish.
Alcohol content
13% vol.
Type of glass
Large red wine glass or a tulip-shaped glass.
Pairings
Grilled white and red meats, cured meats, medium-aged cheeses, flavourful vegetarian dishes.
Refinement
In concrete or stainless steel tanks to preserve freshness and fruit expression.
Vinification
Hand-harvested grapes. Fermentation with indigenous yeasts in concrete or stainless steel tanks. Maceration for 2-3 weeks at controlled temperature.