red
Cabernet Sauvignon
The king of red grapes
Grape Details
Serving Temp
16-18°C
Aging Potential
5-25+ years for premium examples
Origins
Bordeaux, France (17th century cross of Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc)
Food pairings
Grilled steakLamb chopsHard aged cheesesRich stews
About the Grape
Cabernet Sauvignon
"The king of red grapes"
Cabernet Sauvignon is the world's most planted premium red grape, prized for its structure, intensity, and ability to age. It produces powerful wines with dark fruit, pronounced tannins, and distinctive herbaceous notes.
Flavor Profile
Blackcurrant
defining
Cedar
prominent
Bell pepper
subtle
Tobacco
prominent
Firm tannins
defining
Where It Shines
Bordeaux, France
Blended, structured, elegant
Napa Valley, USA
Opulent, ripe, oaky
Coonawarra, Australia
Minty, elegant, medium body
Maipo Valley, Chile
Fruity, accessible, great value