Cabernet Franc vs Carmenère

Cabernet Franc

Red Rebsorte

Cabernet Franc — red grape from Loire Valley and Bordeaux. Produces herbaceous, elegant wines with red berry, violet, and pencil shaving aromas.

Carmenère

Red Rebsorte

Carménère — historic Bordeaux variety now Chile's signature red grape. Produces wines with dark cherry, green pepper, and spice character.