Franschhoek Cabernet Sauvignon is a red produced by Boekenhoutskloof in Franschhoek, Franschhoek, South Africa. Made from Cabernet Sauvignon. Cellarion's sommeliers have reviewed the drink window of 2 vintages; members see when each one is ready. Track this wine and manage your cellar with Cellarion — the free, open-source wine app at cellarion.app.
Type: Red
Appellation: Franschhoek
Region: Franschhoek
Country: South Africa
Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon
Tasting profile
Structure: full-bodied, high tannin, medium acidity, dry
Boekenhoutskloof's Franschhoek Cabernet Sauvignon comes from the estate's home valley of Franschhoek and is aged for an extended period in French oak. It is one of South Africa's most structured Cabernets: blackcurrant and black cherry with cedar, graphite, dried herbs and tobacco, full-bodied with firm, fine-grained tannins and a long, savoury finish. It needs time and ages for two decades.
When to drink
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Where it comes from
Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon is a red grape born in Bordeaux from a natural crossing of Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc, and it has become the most planted premium red variety on the planet, the backbone of countless…
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Franschhoek Cabernet Sauvignon from?
Franschhoek Cabernet Sauvignon is produced by Boekenhoutskloof in Franschhoek, Franschhoek, South Africa.
What grapes are in Franschhoek Cabernet Sauvignon?
Franschhoek Cabernet Sauvignon is made from Cabernet Sauvignon.