Cabernet Franc is a red
wine grape similar to and a parent of
Cabernet Sauvignon. Cabernet Franc tends to be softer and has less
tannins that Cabernet Sauvignon. In
Bordeaux, Cabernet Franc is often mixed with
Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon. Also, in
California, it is blended to make
Meritage wines.