cabernet franc

noun

cab·​er·​net franc ˌka-bər-ˈnā-ˈfräŋk 

-ˈfräⁿ

often capitalized C&F

: a dry red wine often used in blends (as with merlot or cabernet sauvignon)

Examples of cabernet franc in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The 2022 Portrait—a red blend of cabernet sauvignon, cabernet franc, merlot and petit verdot—was fermented in stainless steel and aged 21 months in French oak. —Rachel King, Forbes.com, 6 June 2025

Wines from this region are often made with pinot noir, cabernet franc or tannat, and tend to have savory depth, good acidity and mineral notes. —Rachel King, Forbes.com, 7 June 2025

Look for notes of watermelon and cotton candy alongside cabernet franc's signature subtle spiciness and a full, round body. —Seth Eli Barlow, Arkansas Online, 27 May 2025

The region's maritime climate and fertile soil create ideal conditions for cultivating grape varieties such as chardonnay, merlot and cabernet franc. —Rachel King, Forbes.com, 3 May 2025

Word History

Etymology

French, literally, pure cabernet

First Known Use

1886, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for cabernet franc

• antitank
• interbank
• mountebank
• riverbank
• banc
• bank
• blank
• clank
• crank
• dank
• drank
• flank