Franc Cardinal Côtes de Bordeaux 2019 | Merlot/Cabernet Franc | 13.5% South African white Julien now farms 25ha of

Julien now farms 25ha of vines high on Cahors’ limestone plateau to produce ambitious riffs on Malbec in various forms

aged cheeses

precise hints of citrus

The palate has pronounced stone fruit character which continue well into the finish

pear and fresh lemon

Franc Cardinal Côtes de Bordeaux 2019 | Merlot/Cabernet Franc | 13.5% South African white Julien now farms 25ha ofThe newly formed Ctes de Bordeaux appellation a hilly strip of land just across the river from Graves dubbed the Saint Emilion satellites is a region brimming with potential. At its eastern fringe lies Franc Ctes de Bordeaux, whose sunny limestone clay slopes are particularly suited to growing Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Here Sophie Holzberg is realising her vision of making the most delicious and sustainable wines at Chteau Franc Cardinal, a property