Cabernet Franc Samba: Vinícola Aurora Pequenas Partilhas Cabernet Franc 2008, Serra Gaúcha and some Thick-Purple-Black-Nectar

Haven't had so many Brazilian Cabernet Francs yet. It was about time to change that! I had this lively, tongue-dancing, easy-drinking and exotic fellow together with a highly unusual representative from Bourgueil in the Loire Valley + some classic Vouvray from Huet for starters!

Loire Red from the Great White North: Vineland Estate Winery Cabernet Franc 2008, Niagara Peninsula VQA

Inspired by a little Loire tasting yesterday evening at a sympathetic and little wine merchant’s place I had to grab for this! For lunch!