Cabernet Franc

An impressive Chapelle with more size and weight than usual yet the extra muscle does not compromise the balance or elegance

chalky mineral and some graphite notes

full and powerful medium-bodied flavors brimming with dry extract

It is made from a blend of Tempranillo and Graciano and aged for 5 years in barrel and 5 years in bottle prior to release

Realm Cellars, The Absurd other_regions_italy Cabernet FrancThe 2014 The Absurd is another terrific wine from Realm. Expressive floral aromatics, red toned fruit and silky tannins speak to elegance. The combination of fruit intensity and finesse is unusual at Realm during this era. Then again, the Absurd is a selection of the best barrels in the cellar. Pomegranate, blood orange, mint and new leather all meld together effortlessly. There's a gorgeous floral lift on the finish, a signature of Cabernet Franc