Grape · Red
Cabernet Sauvignon
RedWSET level 2
King of red grapes. Thick skin gives lots of tannin and color. Excellent aging potential. Often blended with Merlot. Late ripening. Pyrazines give green pepper.
- Origin
- Bordeaux, France
- Climate
- Warm
- Skin colour
- Dark blue, thick
- Alcohol
- 13-15%
- Ageing potential
- Excellent
Taste profile
Aromas
- Blackcurrant (cassis)
- Cedar
- Green bell pepper
- Mint
- With age: tobacco, leather, cigars
Where does it grow?
Key wines
- Médoc
- Pauillac
- Napa Valley Cabernet
- Coonawarra Cabernet
Food
Red meat, lamb, aged cheeses
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