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Cabernet Franc 2023 from Kolonia 52 is a fresh, expressive take on the classic variety, grown organically at the Sentio Organic Estate in Pécsely, Balaton, Hungary. Medium-bodied and naturally vibrant, it brings together juicy dark fruit, tart berries, fresh herbs, and savory spice without the weight or heavy oak often associated with bigger reds.
The nose opens with raspberry, plum, and black cherry, followed by leafy herbs, black pepper, and an intriguing savory note reminiscent of olives. On the palate, dark stone fruit and tart red berries are lifted by fresh acidity, with earthy herbal character and touches of black and cayenne pepper. The finish is long and savory, with lingering herbs, subtle anise, and spice.
Hand-harvested grapes are gently destemmed, with most berries kept whole for partial intracellular fermentation and semi-carbonic maceration in open fermenters. After 10 days, the wine is gently pressed and aged for 11 months in large 400–500L oak barrels, adding texture without overwhelming the fruit. Bottled with nothing added.
The wine’s juicy fruit, fresh acidity, and savory herbal character make it a great match for:
🍖 Herb-crusted lamb chops with rosemary and garlic
🥩 Grilled steak with chimichurri or black pepper butter
🥩 Beef short ribs braised with herbs and red wine
🦆 Duck confit with crispy potatoes and herbs
🥓 Rustic charcuterie with cured meats, pâté, and country bread
🧀 Aged hard cheeses alongside cured meats and olives
Vintage: 2023
Producer: Kolonia 52
Grape: 100% Cabernet Franc
Region: Pécsely, Balaton, Hungary
Style: Dry Red | Medium-Bodied
Tasting Notes: Raspberry, plum, black cherry, fresh herbs, olive, black pepper, anise
Fresh, savory, and unmistakably Cabernet Franc, where juicy fruit meets leafy herbs, pepper, and the earthy side of the grape.
Cabernet Franc 2023 from Kolonia 52 is a fresh, expressive take on the classic variety, grown organically at the Sentio Organic Estate in Pécsely, Balaton, Hungary. Medium-bodied and naturally vibrant, it brings together juicy dark fruit, tart berries, fresh herbs, and savory spice without the weight or heavy oak often associated with bigger reds.
The nose opens with raspberry, plum, and black cherry, followed by leafy herbs, black pepper, and an intriguing savory note reminiscent of olives. On the palate, dark stone fruit and tart red berries are lifted by fresh acidity, with earthy herbal character and touches of black and cayenne pepper. The finish is long and savory, with lingering herbs, subtle anise, and spice.
Hand-harvested grapes are gently destemmed, with most berries kept whole for partial intracellular fermentation and semi-carbonic maceration in open fermenters. After 10 days, the wine is gently pressed and aged for 11 months in large 400–500L oak barrels, adding texture without overwhelming the fruit. Bottled with nothing added.
The wine’s juicy fruit, fresh acidity, and savory herbal character make it a great match for:
🍖 Herb-crusted lamb chops with rosemary and garlic
🥩 Grilled steak with chimichurri or black pepper butter
🥩 Beef short ribs braised with herbs and red wine
🦆 Duck confit with crispy potatoes and herbs
🥓 Rustic charcuterie with cured meats, pâté, and country bread
🧀 Aged hard cheeses alongside cured meats and olives
Vintage: 2023
Producer: Kolonia 52
Grape: 100% Cabernet Franc
Region: Pécsely, Balaton, Hungary
Style: Dry Red | Medium-Bodied
Tasting Notes: Raspberry, plum, black cherry, fresh herbs, olive, black pepper, anise
Fresh, savory, and unmistakably Cabernet Franc, where juicy fruit meets leafy herbs, pepper, and the earthy side of the grape.
