Leuta Cabernet Franc 2,618 2020 750ml

Leuta 2,618 Cabernet Franc IGT Toscana comes from a vineyard cultivated in Cortona – Tuscany – IT -. The intrinsic characteristics of the soil and the distinctiveness of the climate guarantee the production of wines of particular intensity and elegance. This is the first vineyard in the Cortona area dedicated exclusively to Cabernet Franc, a varietal that over the years has demonstrated remarkable results in this terroir. New vineyards were planted in 2018, 2019, and 2020.

C: Brilliant ruby red.
N: Prevalent balsamic notes, sage, and chocolate in concert with spicy sensations that recall tobacco and dried fig. Delicate perception of green pepper and remarkable fruit intensity of wild berries and cherries.
B: Intense and full-bodied, dense, with a harmonious balance of fruit/wood. Extremely velvety tannins and superb persistence with a finish of walnut and toasted almonds.
Ideal in combination with game meats.

• Country: Italy
• Region: Tuscany
• Appellation: Cortona
• Size: 750ml
• Color: Red
• Alcohol by Vol: 13.5%

Varietal

Cabernet Franc

Cabernet Franc is not simply an important grape varietal for the fact that it is one of the most widely grown strains of vine in the world, but also because it is a vital grape in the production of many of the finest wines the world has ever seen. For centuries in its native France, it has been a varietal synonymous with elegance and high quality, and has become a key fruit in the production of the Bordeaux and Bordeaux-style blended wines which have gone down in history thanks to their magnificent flavors, aromas and levels of aged complexity. However, Cabernet Franc is also a wine grape varietal for use in single variety, unblended wines, and has plenty to offer on its own. Most commonly, it is renowned for its wide bouquet, which often includes fascinating notes of tobacco, violets or bell pepper over a beautifully pale and decadent liquid.