Cabernet Franc

Cab Franc meets Turkey Day thanks to Tessier Winery (#CabFrancDay)

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At this time last year, I was craving another Thanksgiving dinner to pair for Cabernet Franc Day (#CabFrancDay). Then voilá! Like magic, a Cab Franc from Tessier Winery in Healdsburg, CA, arrives at my doorstep. Well, not exactly. First, I had to sign up with Lori Budd of Exploring the Wine Glass, creator of #CabFrancDay. […]

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Michigan Cab Franc for #CabFrancDay – Cool!

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Cabernet Franc has a reputation for being the bridesmaid at a Bordeaux wedding of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, but never the bride. But standalone Cab Franc is actually a food-friendly pairing choice, especially for savory winter stews or cassoulet. Some of my favorite Cab Franc wines hail from cool East Coast climates in New York,

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