Dr Konstantin Franck Cabernet Franc

Konstantin Frank began his wine journey in Ukraine where he graduated with a Ph.D. in Viticulture in Odessa, Ukraine, whereby he becasme a expert in Eastern Europe. He decided to pursue a new adventure in the Finger Lakes, New York where he was the first to plant vinifera vines in Eastern USA back in the 1957, known as the Vinifera Revolution as it changed winemaking in New York and area forever. He proved that vinifera vines could be grown successfully, sustainably. His estate has 11 varieties planted on Keuka Lake on 70 acres, oldest being Riesling, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Cool temps, lake effect, soils with high levels of shale, silt loam provide the high acidity and elegance to the wines. Elevations range from 950 ft to 1200 ft (Keuka Lake is at 710 ft above sea level). These vines were planted in 1974, aged for 16 months in French oak barrels.

Dr. Konstantin Frank Cabernet Franc 2019

This dark ruby colored Cabernet Franc opens with an earthy, red plum and red currant bouquet with a hint of red raspberry, bell pepper, cedar and dried herbs. The palate is juicy and generous, lifted by red currant, chocolate, wild fennel and subtle violet, prune, roasted red pepper, clove and licorice with notes of gentle oak and mild graphite. The firm tannins are polished and balanced with the vibrant acidity.

Serve with grilled warm spice pork chops, pan seared duck breast with a cranberry compote or roasted eggplant and tomato pie.