The most widely cultivated red wine grape in the world. It has powerful tannins, deep color, and potential for long aging. Known for its cassis and blackberry aromas, it gains complexity through barrel aging.
Born in Bordeaux, France in the 17th century through natural crossing of Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc. Now cultivated worldwide and loved both as a single variety and in blends.
Cabernet Sauvignon shows its true character with decanting. Opening it 1-2 hours before drinking softens the firm tannins and opens up the aromas. Pairing with red meat is classic, but it surprisingly pairs wonderfully with dark chocolate too.
The world's largest high-quality wine region, known for its blends of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Divided by the Gironde River into Left Bank and Right Bank, each producing distinctly different wine styles. The tradition of classified châteaux began in 1855 and continues to reign at the pinnacle of the wine world.
A region of world renown as a leader of New World wines. It gained sudden fame after defeating French wines in the 'Judgment of Paris' in 1976. The warm climate and diverse soils produce powerful, fruit-forward Cabernet Sauvignon.
Australia's premier wine region. Home to some of the world's oldest Shiraz vines, producing concentrated, powerful wines. Producers carrying on German immigrant traditions have established a distinctive style. Precious own-rooted vines, having escaped phylloxera, produce powerful and complex wines.