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unusual facts about Cabernet franc



Abrusco

In the Pomino DOC based around the Rufina sub-district of the Chianti zone, Abrusco is permitted along with other local red grape varieties to make up to 15% of the blend along with Sangiovese (60-75), Canaiolo, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet franc (collectively 15-25%) and Merlot (10-20%).


see also

Carménère

DNA testing confirmed in 2006 that plantings of Cabernet Franc in the Matakana region were in fact Carménère.