Cabernet Sauvignon

Cabernet Sauvignon offers bold flavors of blackcurrant, green bell pepper, and mint when young, with cedar notes from oak aging. As it matures, it develops complex aromas of dried fruit, earth, forest floor, and cigar box.

Cabernet Sauvignon thrives in warm climates where it can fully ripen its thick skins. It's famously grown in Bordeaux where it's blended with Merlot and Cabernet Franc, and as a single varietal in New World regions like Napa Valley, Australia, and Chile.

The bold tannins and rich flavors of Cabernet Sauvignon pair excellently with red meats like grilled steak, lamb, and hearty stews. Its structure also complements aged cheeses and dishes with rich, savory sauces.

Cabernet Sauvignon ages beautifully thanks to its natural tannins and thick skins which provide structure and longevity. Over time, the bright fruit flavors evolve into complex notes of dried fruit, earth, forest floor, and cigar box.

While both are Bordeaux varietals that are often blended together, Cabernet Sauvignon is more tannic and structured due to its thicker skins. Merlot tends to be softer and more approachable, which is why they complement each other so well in blends.