Cabernet Sauvignon

Cabernet Sauvignon, phonetically pronounced Ca-ber-nay So-ven-yawn, originated in the Boardeaux region of France and is one of the more popular red wines. These wines, when still produced in the Bordeaux region of France, are commonly refferred to as a "Bordeaux"; however, are also commonly referred to as "Cabs" and are made in almost all regions of the world these days.



Even though a "Cab" and a "Bordeaux" are the same type of wine at a simplistic view, the two are actually very different in their nose and palette. Typically "Cabs" are produced in California, Australia, and Chili; and again are called a "Bordeaux" when produced in France. For the purpose of the following description, we will generically call them all Cabs:

Cabs from California, Australia, and many other regions are often referred to as "Fruit-Forward" Cabs. This because many of the winemakers in these regions make their wine to have a fruity appeal at an early age, allow the wine to be consumed at an early age while still showing good tannins, fruit, and acid. However, Cabs from Bordeaux usually have a much more earthy nose, with distinct oak and lighter fruits.

Ironically, over the past decade, California has become very popular for their Cabs. So popular that some wineries in Bordeaux have started modeling their wine making after California Cabs. However at the same time, many wineries in Chili have began modeling their wines after true Bordeaux wines.

The like or dislike of wine is definitely a personal opinion and not a fact; however, for my money nothing beats the beautiful nose and palette of a Bordeaux or Bordeaux style wine. Most wine drinkers have probably experienced a California Cab-style wine; however, have not had the privilege of experiencing a Bordeaux-style Cab. If you enjoy wine, give yourself the pleasure of sampling a Bordeaux-style wine; no doubt that drinking a good Bordeaux is an experience that will change your view of fine wine forever. Because of the boldness and complexity of Cabs, they pair well with charcoal-grilled steak, charbroil steaks, lamb, and filet mignon.

The Cabernay Sauvignon grape is small and black with a thick, tough skin. The Cabernet grape prefers to grow in arrid regions wiht long growing seasons, good drainage, and a soil that is not too rich without too much sun. Basically, growing conditions for the Cabernet Sauvignon grape need to be just right. The result is a bold wine with an astringent finish and a touch of fruitiness.

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