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Cabernet Sauvignon

Red Wine Grape

Cabernet Sauvignon

Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the world’s most widely planted red grape varieties. Originating in Bordeaux, it is known for firm tannins, dark fruit, freshness and strong ageing potential, with styles ranging from restrained and savoury to rich and powerful.
Origin Bordeaux, France
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Where It Is Grown

Bordeaux
Margaret River
Stellenbosch
Yunnan
Napa Valley
Coonawarra
Maipo Valley
Bolgheri
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Typical Tasting Profile

Fruit

Blackcurrant, blackberry, black cherry, plum

Floral / Herbal

Cedar, tobacco, bay leaf, mint or eucalyptus

Spice / Other

Graphite, black pepper, clove

Oak Influence

Often matured in oak, adding cedar, vanilla, toast and spice

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Structure

Acidity Medium+
Tannin High
Body Full
Sweetness Dry
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What to Expect in the Glass

Structured, dry red wines with concentrated dark fruit, firm tannins and good acidity. Styles can range from savoury and restrained in cooler sites to richer and riper in warmer regions.

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Famous Regions & Appellations

Left Bank Bordeaux Margaret River Stellenbosch Yunnan Napa Valley Coonawarra Maipo Valley Bolgheri

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