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Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon
Color: Red
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Varietal Notes:
Originating in the Balkan Peninsula, it was the preferred grape of Bordeaux by the early 19th C. and appeared in California in the 1880’s. After Prohibition ended in 1933 several Napa Valley wineries began making excellent Cabernet in California style, emphasizing the inherent character of the grape. Sometimes blended with Merlot or Cabernet Franc to add balance and softness. |
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Characteristics*: |
Rich, elegant, full bodied, intense color and flavor, tannic, high acid |
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Aromas/Flavors*: |
Fruit- black currants, herbaceous; vegetal- green olives; chocolate |
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Food Pairing: |
Lamb, duck, game meats, aged cheeses, chocolate desserts |
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Aging**: |
Ages extremely well; most at their best in 5-10 years, much longer for better ones |
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Commercial
Examples***: |
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* Character, Aromas, and Flavors of wine produced from the above-mentioned grapes are based upon a general assessment of the variety. Winemaker results will vary.
** The ability to age is tied directly to the wine's chemical make-up. Aging in the context of a varietal assumes the wines produced can or tend to yield the correct chemical make-up. Winemaker results will vary.
*** Commercial Examples provided as varietal references for benchmarking. Winemaker results will vary. |
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