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Vin rougeBordeaux, France

Cabernet Sauvignon

Aussi connu sous le nom de: Cab Sauv, Cab

The king of red grapes, Cabernet Sauvignon produces powerful, full-bodied wines with exceptional aging potential. Born from a natural crossing of Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc in 17th century France, it has become the world's most planted red grape variety.

CorpsFull
AciditéMedium
TaninsHigh
DouceurDry
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A single Cabernet Sauvignon vine can produce enough grapes for about 4-6 bottles of wine.

👃 Notes de dégustation

Saveurs principales

BlackcurrantBlack cherryPlum

Saveurs secondaires

VanillaCedarTobaccoLeather

Arômes

EucalyptusMintGreen bell pepperGraphite

🌍 Régions viticoles célèbres

Napa Valley

USA
Opulent, bold style

Produces rich, fruit-forward wines with velvety tannins

Bordeaux

France
Elegant, structured wines

The birthplace, often blended with Merlot

Coonawarra

Australia
Eucalyptus character

Famous terra rossa soil produces distinctive minty notes

Maipo Valley

Chile
Affordable quality

Excellent value with ripe fruit and soft tannins

🍽️ Accords mets parfaits

Grilled ribeye steak
Lamb chops
Aged cheddar
Dark chocolate
Beef bourguignon

🌡️ Guide de service

Température

16-18°C (60-65°F)

Type de verre

Bordeaux glass

Carafer

1-2 hours for young wines

Potentiel de vieillissement

5-25+ years for premium examples

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