Kaiken Indomito Cabernet Franc 2019

Nose Attractive aromas of ripe peppers and minty herbs. Palate It has an alluring fresh sensation and very soft tannins. Harvest The summer was mostly warm, but with great thermal amplitude (very hot days followed by very cold days). Yields were relatively normal. The dry harvest season produced grapes in perfect health. With medium to high alcohol levels, and acidity slightly above average, 2019 wines tend to be fresh and elegant. Winemaking Manual harvest during the month of March. Manual selection of grapes upon arrival at the winery. Pre-fermentation maceration for 4 days at 10oC (50oF). Fermentation lasted 7 days at 27oC (80oF) in concrete tanks using selected and native yeasts. Post-fermentation maceration lasted 20 days. Malolactic fermentation occurred naturally in the concrete tanks. Ageing in concrete tanks for 10 months, then 4 months in bottle before being released. Appearance Intense ruby red colour. Food Pairing Pastas with tomato sauce, pizza and meats with co