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    Cabernet Franc! The Best Cabernet Franc Wines

    It's time to give Cabernet Franc some love!

    Despite being one of the parents of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Carmenere, Cabernet Franc is often overshadowed by its more well known progeny.

    It's time to give this variety some love! We explore the parent to Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Carmenere and highlight the best Cabernet Franc under $20.

    That's a shame because there are some wonderful examples of this variety being grown all over the world. Originally from France, and still used prominently there, we've also found excellent examples as of late from Argentina, California and many other states in the U.S.

    And while prices of Cabernet Franc based wines can be crazy in Bordeaux, in many other areas this variety doesn't demand the premium you may find with Cabernet Sauvignon, thus proving to be a reliable variety for Reverse Wine Snobs to seek out.

    Lastly, the variety is often known for what is best described as green or bell pepper notes from the naturally occurring pyrazine compounds within the grape. While they are not always prominent, this can be a bit polarizing so we encourage you to do some exploration within this variety to find out what you like.

    Keep reading for our picks as the best Cabernet Franc under $20!

    El Enemigo Cabernet Franc - Substantial

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: October 21, 2022 Last Updated: October 24, 2022

    El Enemigo Cabernet Franc - Substantial

    A wine you can really sink your teeth into! We check out the latest vintage of the deep, dark and absolutely delicious El Enemigo Cabernet Franc, available at a great Costco price. 92% Cabernet Franc and 8% Malbec from vineyards at around 4,700 feet of elevation in … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Argentina, Cabernet Franc, Costco, Thanksgiving

    Zuccardi Q Cabernet Franc - An Impressive Start

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: January 14, 2022 Last Updated: January 21, 2023

    Zuccardi Q Cabernet Franc - An Impressive Start

    More highly recommended Cabernet Franc from Argentina, the Zuccardi Q Cabernet Franc. Available at Costco. 100% Cabernet Franc from vineyards at 3,600 - 4,500 feet of elevation in Paraje Altamira and San Pablo, Valle de Uco, Mendoza, Argentina. The wine ages in 2,500 … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Argentina, Cabernet Franc, Costco, Highly Recommended, Thanksgiving

    Dona Paula Altitude Series 1350 - A Lofty Blend

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: January 11, 2022 Last Updated: January 21, 2023

    Dona Paula Altitude Series 1350 - A Lofty Blend

    A smooth, dry and dusty blend from high altitude vines, the Dona Paula Altitude Series 1350. Available at Costco. 50% Cabernet Franc, 45% Malbec and 5% Casavecchia from two vineyard blocks at 1,350 meters (4,430 feet) above sea level in the Alluvia Vineyard in Gualtallary, … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Argentina, Cabernet Franc, Costco, Malbec, Red Blends

    Tabor Hill Cabernet Franc - Darn Tasty

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: January 5, 2022 Last Updated: January 21, 2023

    Tabor Hill Cabernet Franc - Darn Tasty

    Another excellent Cabernet Franc from Michigan, the Tabor Hill Cabernet Franc. 100% Cabernet Franc from the Lake Michigan Shore in Michigan State. The wine spends 20 months in oak and has no residual sugar. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Cabernet Franc, Michigan, Thanksgiving

    Vina Maquis Gran Reserva Cabernet Franc - Composed

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: October 17, 2021 Last Updated: January 22, 2023

    Vina Maquis Gran Reserva Cabernet Franc - Composed

    A well put together wine from Chile, the Vina Maquis Gran Reserva Cabernet Franc. 90% Cabernet Franc, 7% Carmenere and 3% Petit Verdot from Colchagua Valley in Chile. The wine was aged for 12 months in French oak barrels and has just 1.7 g/L of residual sugar. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Cabernet Franc, Chile, Highly Recommended

    Trader Joe's Grand Reserve Paso Robles Cabernet Franc - Rather Tasty

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: October 1, 2021 Last Updated: January 23, 2023

    Trader Joe's Grand Reserve Paso Robles Cabernet Franc - Rather Tasty

    A highly approachable and fun to drink TJ's wine made by Austin Hope? We investigate the origins of the Trader Joe's Grand Reserve Paso Robles Cabernet Franc Lot #103. Cabernet Franc from Paso Robles, California. $12.99 exclusively at Trader Joe's. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Cabernet Franc, California, Thanksgiving, Trader Joe's

    Domaine Bousquet Gaia Cabernet Franc - Downright Delicious

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: August 7, 2021 Last Updated: January 23, 2023

    Domaine Bousquet Gaia Cabernet Franc - Downright Delicious

    Another fantastic Cabernet Franc find from Argentina, the Domaine Bousquet Gaia Cabernet Franc. Organic and vegan too. 100% Cabernet Franc organically grown in estate vineyards at 4,000 feet of altitude in Tupungato, Alto Gualtallary, Mendoza, Argentina. The wine is aged … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Argentina, Cabernet Franc, Highly Recommended, Organic, Thanksgiving, Vegan

    A Double Bulk Buy INSIDER DEAL! Writer's Block Malbec and Cab Franc

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: June 30, 2021 Last Updated: January 12, 2022

    A Double Bulk Buy INSIDER DEAL! Writer's Block Malbec and Cabernet Franc

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. This 45% off, double Bulk Buy deal is back! The Writer's Block Malbec and Writer's Block Cabernet Franc. Now this is something … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, Cabernet Franc, California, California - Lake County, Deals, Insider Deals, Malbec

    Paul Buisse Chinon Cabernet Franc - Graceful

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: June 18, 2021 Last Updated: January 27, 2023

    Paul Buisse Chinon Cabernet Franc - Graceful

    Another highly recommended Costco find, the Paul Buisse Chinon Cabernet Franc from the Loire Valley of France. 100% Cabernet Franc from the Loire Valley of France. The wine was aged in stainless steel for one year and does not spend any time in oak. It has less than 2 g/L … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Cabernet Franc, Costco, France, Highly Recommended, Thanksgiving, Vegan

    Lamadrid Cabernet Franc Reserva - Really Darn Delicious

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: June 17, 2021 Last Updated: January 27, 2023

    Lamadrid Cabernet Franc Reserva - Really Darn Delicious

    A Costco Bulk Buy on the single vineyard Lamadrid Cabernet Franc Reserva from Mendoza, Argentina. 100% Cabernet Francfrom the La Suiza vineyard in Agrelo, Mendoza, Argentina. The wine is aged for 14 months in 50% second use and 50% third use French oak and has just 2.15 … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Argentina, Bulk Buy, Cabernet Franc, Costco

    Bodega Garzon Cabernet Franc Reserve - Charming

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: April 16, 2021 Last Updated: February 1, 2023

    Bodega Garzon Cabernet Franc Reserve - Charming

    Another nice wine from Uruguay, the Bodega Garzon Cabernet Franc Reserve. 100% Cabernet Franc from Garzon, Uruguay. The wine spends 6 to 12 months in French oak barrels and casks. The wine has 3.3 g/L of residual sugar. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Cabernet Franc, Uruguay

    Perro Callejero Cabernet Franc – A Good Find

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: February 5, 2021 Last Updated: February 8, 2023

    Perro Callejero Cabernet Franc – A Good Find

    More delicious Cabernet Franc from Argentina at a great Costco price, the Perro Callejero Cabernet Franc. 100% Cabernet Franc, half from Los Arboles in the Uco Valley and the other half from Agrelo in Lujan de Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina. The wine is aged in a combination of … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Argentina, Cabernet Franc, Costco, Highly Recommended

    INSIDER DEAL! Pedroncelli Mixed Reds - Jackpot!

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: January 13, 2021 Last Updated: January 14, 2022

    INSIDER DEAL! Pedroncelli Mixed Reds - Jackpot!

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. Our most compelling deal to date! 6 different wines, all Bulk Buy rated, from one of our very favorite and most popular producers, … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, California - Dry Creek Valley, Deals, Insider Deals, Petite Sirah, Pinot Noir, Sangiovese, Zinfandel

    Couly-Dutheil Les Gravieres Chinon - Terrific

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: January 13, 2021 Last Updated: February 8, 2023

    Couly-Dutheil Les Gravieres Chinon - Terrific

    Pure Cabernet Franc goodness, the Couly-Dutheil Les Gravieres Chinon Rouge. 100% Cabernet Franc from Chinon in the Loire Valley of France. The wine does not spend any time in oak. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Cabernet Franc, France

    Ravines Wine Cellars Cabernet Franc - Splendid

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: January 8, 2021 Last Updated: February 8, 2023

    Ravines Wine Cellars Cabernet Franc - Splendid

    A lovely wine from the Finger Lakes, the Ravines Wine Cellars Cabernet Franc. 100% Cabernet Franc from the White Spring Vineyard (46%), the 16 Falls Vineyard (24%) and the Argetsinger Vineyard (21%) all around Seneca Lake in the Finger Lakes AVA of New York. The wine is … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Cabernet Franc, Finger Lakes, Highly Recommended, New York

    INSIDER DEAL! Writer's Block Cabernet Franc - Something to Write Home About

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: September 21, 2020 Last Updated: January 14, 2022

    INSIDER DEAL! Writer's Block Cabernet Franc - Something to Write Home About

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. Bulk Buy rated, crowd pleasing Cab Franc for just $13.25 a bottle? Yes indeed! It's the Writer's Block Cabernet Franc from Steele … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, Cabernet Franc, California, California - Lake County, Deals, Insider Deals, Thanksgiving

    A Knock-Out Insider Deal! Vinum Cellars The Scrapper Cabernet Franc

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: May 20, 2020 Last Updated: January 14, 2022

    A Knock-Out Insider Deal! Vinum Cellars The Scrapper Cabernet Franc

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. A 1-Day only Insider Deal on one of our favorite wines of all-time! From Vinum Cellars, the winery behind one of our most … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Cabernet Franc, California, California - El Dorado, Deals, Insider Deals, Saturday Splurge, Thanksgiving

    Santa Julia Reserva Mountain Blend - Much More Than Malbec

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: April 7, 2020 Last Updated: May 21, 2021

    Santa Julia Reserva Mountain Blend - Much More Than Malbec

    A red blend done right, the Santa Julia Reserva Mountain Blend. 70% Malbec and 30% Cabernet Franc from Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina. It spends 10 months in French oak barrels. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Argentina, Cabernet Franc, Highly Recommended, Malbec, Red Blends

    Zolo Reserve Cabernet Franc - Succulent Stuff

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: March 3, 2020 Last Updated: May 26, 2021

    Zolo Reserve Cabernet Franc - Succulent Stuff

    More absolutely delicious Cabernet Franc from Argentina, the Zolo Reserve Cabernet Franc. 100% Cabernet Franc from the Las Llamas Estate vineyard in Agrelo, Lujan de Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina. The wine is aged for 12 months in French and American oak barrels of first, … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Argentina, Cabernet Franc, Thanksgiving

    Fuego Blanco Cabernet Franc Malbec – Yabba Dabba Doo!

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: February 14, 2020 Last Updated: May 26, 2021

    Fuego Blanco Cabernet Franc Malbec – Yabba Dabba Doo!

    Another excellent find from Argentina, the Fuego Blanco Valle Del Silex Cabernet Franc Malbec available at Costco. 60% Cabernet Franc and 40% Malbec from vineyards 4,500 feet above sea level in Valle de Pedernal, San Juan, Argentina. The two varieties are co-fermented (see … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Argentina, Cabernet Franc, Costco, Malbec

    Bodega Alta Vista Estate Cabernet Franc - Frankly Tasty

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: February 6, 2020 Last Updated: May 30, 2021

    Bodega Alta Vista Estate Cabernet Franc - Frankly Tasty

    More Argentinean Cab Franc goodness from Costco, the Bodega Alta Vista Estate Cabernet Franc. 100% Cabernet Franc from vineyards as high as 3,900 ft above sea level in Valle de Uco, Mendoza, Argentina. Half of the wine is aged in lightly toasted French oak for 12 months. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Argentina, Cabernet Franc, Costco

    Pleb Urban Winery Cabernet Franc - Refreshingly Delicious

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: August 28, 2019 Last Updated: May 28, 2021

    Pleb Urban Winery Cabernet Franc - Refreshingly Delicious

    A lighter style of Cab from North Carolina, the refreshingly delicious Pleb Urban Winery Cabernet Franc. Cabernet Franc from the Jones von Drehle vineyard in the Yadkin Valley of North Carolina. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Cabernet Franc, North Carolina, Saturday Splurge

    2 Lads Cabernet Franc - Mighty Fine

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: March 2, 2019 Last Updated: June 18, 2021

    2 Lads Cabernet Franc - Marvelous Michigan

    A wine region on Lake Michigan makes some marvelous Cab Franc, the 2 Lads Cabernet Franc from Old Mission Peninsula. 85% Cabernet Franc and 15% Merlot from Old Mission Peninsula, Michigan. The wine is aged for 9 months in a combination of 2nd and 3rd fill oak barrels … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Cabernet Franc, Michigan, Saturday Splurge, Thanksgiving

    Lieb Cellars Reserve Cabernet Franc - A Lovely From Long Island

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: November 27, 2018 Last Updated: May 28, 2021

    Lieb Cellars Reserve Cabernet Franc - A Lovely From Long Island

    Putting Tenet #3 of Reverse Wine Snobbery into action reveals a great wine from an unexpected place! 80% Cabernet Franc, 14% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Petit Verdot and 2% Merlot and from the North Fork of Long Island, New York. The wine spends 10 months in Hungarian oak and … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Cabernet Franc, New York, Saturday Splurge, Thanksgiving

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