Cab Franc Winery

Question 1

Cab Franc Skins/Disease Sensitivity

Answer 1

Somewhat thin skins

Sorting required for high quality

Medium color in glass

Question 2

Cab Franc Unique Skin Aromas

Answer 2

Pyrazines

Can lead to leafy/green notes when underripe

Question 3

Cab Franc Aromatic Variety?

Answer 3

Yes

Aim is often to retain primary fruit

Question 4

Cab Franc Reductive or Oxidative

Answer 4

Reductive

Fermented in concrete or old large vats that allow punchdowns and pumpovers (Loire)

Question 5

Cab Franc Skins/Pigmentation

Answer 5

Somewhat thin skinned
Medium Color in glass
Crushed and fermented with aim to retain primary fruit
Rose can be direct pressed or short maceration

Question 6

Cab Franc Tannin Levels

Answer 6

Medium

Can be single variety or used in blend

Question 7

Cab Franc Affinity for Oak

Answer 7

Yes
Can be aged in a range of sizes of used oak
Some premium wines may see some new oak