What is the definition of being successful? Is it making more money than you know what to do with? Is it having letters after your name that people aren’t even sure what they mean? Or is it simply being happy? When Mike and I decided to enter the wine business, we knew it wasn’t going…
Cabernet Franc better than its son What makes Cabernet Franc so much better than his son, Cabernet Sauvignon? In one word; “Versatile.” When people say, Cabernet, most people think Sauvignon. They tend to gravitate towards the “King of Reds” rather than think a little outside the box. Cabernet Franc often isn’t even in the mix. But, I’m…
a long, long time ago, before Michael and Lori fell in love with the Central Coast, they walked into Wm. Harrison Winery in Napa Valley. The fair maiden behind the counter told them they had to try this special potion called Cabernet Franc. This was a new varietal for them. They had never heard of this…
#CabFrancDay is finally here! Today’s post is short and sweet. In fact, there is just a video for you to enjoy! The wonderful life of Cabernet Franc, from vine to bottle in Paso Robles, CA. Join us tonight at 8pm EST for the twitter chat. Follow along #CabFrancDay! Follow @dracaenawines on twitter to read facts about…
If you are reading this post, then you know that we produce Cabernet Franc. You may also know that I created #CabFrancDay to celebrate the much underappreciated grape varietal. I am on a mission to give Cabernet Franc the respect it is due. I think it is time that the Father gets some of the…
My child arrived just the other day He came to the world in the usual way. Cross Pollination is the usual way for this Father and Son relationship. Cabernet Sauvignon is the son of Cabernet Franc. “The world’s most renowned grape variety for the production of fine red wine,” as described by Jancis Robinson in The…
Sunday, December 4th will be the second annual #CabFrancDay. All day we will be tweeting facts about Cabernet Franc. We will culminate the day with a twitter chat beginning at 8pm EST and a virtual tasting at 9pm EST. My #WinePW friends will be joining in the celebration and extending the fun throughout the week…
Cabernet Franc is an essential blending grape, found primarily in Bordeaux-style blends. Cabernet Franc was primarily used as the third and smallest minority ingredient in the production of the coveted Bordeaux blend. Cabernet Franc helps create meritage magic with its constant companions, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Cardinal Richelieu transported Cabernet Franc cuttings from Abbey of…
