Cabernet Franc vs Tinta Barroca

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.

Tinta Barroca

Red Rebsorte

Tinta Barroca — One of the main Douro Valley varieties, widely used in Port production. It provides softer tannins and dark berry fruit to Port blends.