This rare Gran Reserva Cabernet Franc was named after the quarrel name from which come from entering the winery designed to reflect our desire to maintain the delicate harmony of the natural environment and the original buildings of the surrounding area. When we first came to Botalcura, we were struck by the beauty and imposing character of the local architecture that gracefully blends the richness and simplicity of the old colonial style buildings influenced by the ancient Spanish customs and we sought to reproduce these very concepts when we built our winery.
Botalcura La Porfía Cabernet Franc
$33.000
Botalcura, La Porfía, Cabernet Franc, 750 ml
Variety: Cabernet Franc
Viña Botalcura, Maule Valley
Composition: 85% Cabernet Franc
Vintage: 2012
Oenologist: Philippe Debrus
Pairing: This remarkable wine should be pair with game meats, dishes featuring green peppercorns, or a variety of cheeses. Serve within 6 years of bottling at 16-18°C (60-68°F).
Tasting notes:
Colour: Deep ruby red colour with brilliant clarity and medium viscosity in the glass.
Aromas: Forward black cherry and cassis are complemented by notes of red bell pepper, sun—dried fruits, toast, coffee, and vanilla.
Palate: Deceptively open and direct on entry, opening to reveal a rounded middle supported by excellent acidity. The soft tannins from the middle palate through the firm, ever—so—slightly bitter finish, adds length to the structural elements. This full—bodied Cabernet Franc was aged in small oak barrels, which contributed toasty complexity to the gamut of rich fruit flavors. The mouth feel is balanced toward firmness, showcasing the aging potential of the variety.
