Don Nicanor Barrel Select Cabernet Franc
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed 3–8 years from vintage release.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Grilled ribeye steak, roasted lamb chops, roasted duck
✨ Technical Specifications
Named in honor of Don Nicanor Nieto, one of the founding pillars of the historic estate, the Don Nicanor Barrel Select Cabernet Franc is a sophisticated expression of how this classic Bordeaux variety thrives in the high-altitude terroirs of Mendoza. Sourced from select vineyards where the intense Andean sun is balanced by cool mountain nights, the grapes develop a complex aromatic profile featuring ripe red berries, subtle black pepper, and the variety's signature herbaceous notes of roasted bell pepper and eucalyptus. The 'Barrel Select' designation denotes a careful curation of the finest lots, which are aged in French oak barrels to soften the grape's naturally robust tannins, weaving elegant notes of cocoa, vanilla, and sweet spice into a structured, lingering finish.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1888 by Italian immigrants in the premier Vistalba subregion of Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza, Nieto Senetiner stands as one of Argentina's foundational and most storied wineries. Expanded and revitalized by the Nieto and Senetiner families beginning in 1969, the estate pairs more than a century of viticultural heritage with modern vinification techniques. Nestled in the high-altitude foothills of the Andes, the vineyards thrive in semi-arid conditions that produce concentrated, balanced fruit with remarkable depth. The winery is internationally celebrated for its rich, expressive Malbecs and its flagship Don Nicanor portfolio, showcasing complex red blends, old-vine selections, and refined varietal wines.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Cabernet Franc
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
14-14.5%