COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Cabernet Franc
PRODUCER
Augustus Forum
REGION
Catalonia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Augustus Cabernet Franc 2019 is a 100% Cabernet Franc red wine from the D.O. Penedès in Catalonia, Spain. Produced by the family-owned Augustus Forum (Celler Avgvstvs Forvm), the winery draws inspiration from the ancient Roman Via Augusta. The estate vineyards are cultivated organically, situated in the Baix Penedès subzone known for its limestone soils and Mediterranean climate. The Roca family, with brothers Albert and Oriol at the helm, has focused on developing Cabernet Franc as a distinctive varietal in the region, positioning the wine as a pioneering Spanish example of this grape.
ALCOHOL
15.0%
AVG. PRICE
€23
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The winery's name honors the ancient Roman road, Via Augusta.
Fact 02
Augustus Forum is also renowned for its high-quality vinegars.
Fact 03
The estate vineyards are farmed organically.
Fact 04
The Roca brothers are recognized for their expertise with Cabernet Franc.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Augustus Cabernet Franc 2019 is produced from organically farmed grapes grown in the D.O. Penedès. The winery, Augustus Forum, employs meticulous vineyard management and winemaking techniques to highlight the Cabernet Franc varietal. The process involves careful harvesting to achieve optimal ripeness and acidity. Fermentation is managed to preserve the grape's character, followed by aging with oak integration to build complexity and structure. The winery's approach emphasizes sustainability and a pioneering spirit in showcasing Cabernet Franc within the Penedès region.
