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Montague Estate

Montague Cabernet Franc 2023

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Perfumed ~ Red fruit lift ~ savoury finish

Montague Estate Cabernet Franc 2023 is for people who love reds with fragrance, freshness and detail. Cabernet Franc has a naturally lifted personality, and in Margaret River it can show bright red fruits, dried herbs and that gentle, savoury edge that makes it so food-friendly. The Montague style tends to keep things elegant and medium-bodied, letting perfume and fruit do the talking, with oak used as quiet support rather than the headline.

Expect a wine that opens with floral aromatics and jubey red fruits, then shifts into more complex notes like cocoa, bay leaf and a faint mineral, oyster shell-like character. The palate is all about flow and shape: vibrant fruit, fine tannins, and a long, tidy finish that stays savoury and moreish rather than heavy.

If you have been enjoying Cabernet Sauvignon and want something a little more aromatic and supple, Cabernet Franc is a brilliant next step.

Why You Will Love It

  • A fragrant, perfumed Margaret River red that feels fresh and stylish
  • Red berry and jubey fruit character with a savoury, herbal lift
  • Medium-bodied and food-friendly, not a heavy red
  • Fine-grained tannins and neatly judged oak for a smooth, long finish
  • A great alternative to Cabernet Sauvignon when you want more perfume and less weight

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Tasting Notes

  • Aromatics: Redcurrant, raspberry and cherry, with violets, bay leaf and a light dusting of cocoa and spice.
  • Palate: Medium-bodied with vibrant red fruits and a silky texture. Fine tannins build gently through the mid-palate, giving shape and length without drying the mouth out.
  • Finish: Long, savoury and tidy, with lingering red fruit, soft spice and a faint mineral edge.

Viticulture & Winemaking

Region: Margaret River, Western Australia
Varietal: 100% Cabernet Franc

Winemaking style: Crafted to highlight Cabernet Franc’s perfume and freshness, with careful extraction for fine tannin and a restrained oak influence to support the fruit rather than dominate it.

Serving & Cellaring

Serve: 15–17°C
Decant: 30 minutes helps the aromatics lift and the palate soften.
Cellar: Drink now for bright fruit and fragrance, or cellar 5–8 years for extra savoury complexity.

Food Pairing

  • Duck or roast chicken with herbs
  • Lamb koftas or chargrilled lamb cutlets
  • Mushroom pasta or risotto
  • Charcuterie and hard cheeses
  • Roast beetroot, lentils and tahini for a great veg match

FAQ 🧐

What does Cabernet Franc taste like compared to Cabernet Sauvignon?
Cabernet Franc is usually more aromatic and red-fruited, with florals and herbs, and it often feels lighter on its feet. Cabernet Sauvignon tends to be darker, more structured and more overtly tannic.

Is it a “big” red?
No. This is best thought of as medium-bodied, perfumed and food-friendly.

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