Cab Franc Flashcards
1
Q
What is the budding and ripening of cab franc?
A
Buds early, ripens early (like merlot)
2
Q
What is cab franc susceptible to?
A
Powdery mildew, mutation
3
Q
What is the best climate and soil for cab franc?
A
Cool climate, clay, gravel or sandstone
4
Q
Where is cab franc popular in?
A
Loire valley- Chinon & Bourgueil (Touraine) Also, bordeaux (esp Right bank and Fronsac)
5
Q
What is the acid and tannin in cab franc?
A
High acid, short tannin
6
Q
What does Cab Franc like that many other grapes don’t?
A
A cool wet climate
