Brash Higgins FRNC Cabernet Franc is an exquisite Australian red wine, handcrafted in the premium McLaren Vale region. This seductively structured wine boasts rich, varietal characters of dark cherries and black currants. Subtle hints of floral boiled sweets and forest floor add complexity, while the ideally measured acidity ensures a harmonious balance leading to a captivating finish. Maturation in French oak lends the wine a delicate spice underpinning. This wine is a fine example of the winemaker's prowess in creating a sophisticated and stylish expression of Cabernet Franc. A perfect accompaniment to hearty meals, it epitomises elegance and charm.

Tasting Notes

A translucent ruby/violet in colour. The nose is lifted, aromatic, complex with jalapeno chilli and a roasted, sweet charred green capsicum nose, violet leaf. There is pepper, cedar, ashes, rose petals, earthy fragrances like piles of leaves in autumn, exactly what this vineyard smells like after a summer rain. Balanced, vibrant, medium bodied, the wine has a satiny, svelte mouth feel and a long smooth finish with grip

About the Winery

Nestled amidst the rolling hills of McLaren Vale, South Australia resides the beguiling vineyard, Brash Higgins. Named after the pseudonym of its versatile American creator, Brad Hickey, the winery encapsulates his audacious narrative, an expression of grit, vision and creativity entwined with the alluring nectar of the vine.

This enchanting winery isn't your typical chronicle of tradition; it was born from both the passion and the cheeky gusto of its founder. After spending decades as a distinguished sommelier in New York, Hickey found himself seduced by the mesmeric beauty and untapped potential of Australia's wine country. It was here that Brash Higgins - a delightful fusion of his name and bold, innovative approach to winemaking - truly came to life.

Enveloped by the pastoral charm of the South Australia's picturesque landscape, Brash Higgins is renowned for its avant-garde approach to viticulture. Spectrum of innovation spans from the experimental use of clay amphorae in the fermentation process to the introduction of otherwise overlooked grape varietals. The resulting production is a distinguished repertoire of wines that tantalise the palate with their unique flavours and exceptional finesse.

As for the vineyards, they thrive under strictly organic farming practices. These vineyards are the backbone of Brash Higgins, each nurtured as an individual expression of the particular terroir, ultimately contributing to the singular character of each wine produced. Hickey's commitment to the purity of his produce manifests itself in each bottle, a testament to his belief in creating an authentic connection between the drinker and the rich, fertile soils of his adopted homeland.

Visiting the winery is indeed an immersive experience. Languid afternoons can be wholesomely spent savouring the nuanced offerings of their cellar door and feasting your eyes on the abundant natural beauty that unfolds around each corner.

Venturing into the charming universe of Brash Higgins offers a textured journey into the essence Australian winemaking. It begs the traveller to delve into the complex tapestry of the land, as told through the voice, of Brad Hickey an audacious winemaker.

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