Domaine Naturaliste Le Naturaliste Cabernet Franc 2020 delivers Margaret River’s elegant, food-friendly style of Cabernet Franc. It shows a focused red-fruit core, restrained oak, and bright acidity, producing a balanced, finely structured wine that pairs well with roasted vegetables, grilled poultry, mushroom dishes, and herbal sauces. A versatile red suitable for drinking in the near term with the right foods.
Tasting Notes
- Appearance: Clean, medium-deep ruby.
- Nose: Red cherry, raspberry, and cranberry; subtle herbaceous notes; graphite and a touch of tobacco leaf.
- Palate: Medium-bodied, bright acidity, red-fruit flavors with a delicate herbaceous edge; fine-grained tannins; mineral/pottery notes on the mid-palate.
- Finish: Medium-long, refreshing finish with persistent red fruit and a hint of spice.
- Pairing suggestions: Grilled chicken with herbs, mushroom ragù, roasted vegetables, gentle-aged cheeses.