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This native Austrian grape is one of the best reds coming from that Alpine country since its medieval beginnings. Because of its popularity it has spread across eastern Europe and is now known by at least 88 synonyms. The most notable of them are Blaufränkisch in Austria, Kekfrankos in Hungary and Lemberger in Germany and the US where it is grown.
So the next time you are snowed in with a big pot of stew, remember our confusing friend Blaufränkisch and try one of these selections.
- Randy Freeland - Bubbles Wine Director
Heidi Schrock Bläufrankisch 750ml, $23.99
Subtle notes of wild blueberry entice on the nose, with their freshness and slight cinnamon spice. The palate is slender but concentrated, revealing a well of infinite juiciness at its dark-fruited core, ripe but balanced, fresh and pure. The summer of 2018 adds a plummy richness but the finish remains bright and fresh—a wonderfully honest, vivid and elegant wine.
Kovacs Nimrod
"Blues" Kekfrankos
750ml, $16.99
Deep harmony combines the scents and flavors with the unique minerality of terroir – that is our Blues Kékfrankos. The aroma of plum, cherry and dark chocolate becomes one with balanced acids and silky tannins, and this harmony will be even more beautiful and enjoyable over the years.
Kovacs Nimrod Rhapsody
750ml, $17.99
This highly concentrated wine is a blend of Kékfrankos, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Nice garnet red color, with aromas of cranberries, ripe cherries and spicy oak. Similar flavors follow on the palate with a medium body and a medium long finish and soft tannins.