Bibendum: Top wine trends for 2019

1. Cabernet Franc from around the world

Ripe Cabernet grapes on vine growing in a vineyard at sunset time, selective focus, copy space

“Continuing the trend for fruit-driven, lighter-style reds, Cabernet Franc from the Loire, and Chinon specifically, is a common feature on most premium wine lists. However, the latest trend shows that half of premium lists will feature one or more varietal Cabernet Francs from elsewhere in the world. The list is not limited to a single country, with examples from South Africa, California, Chile and Canada.”