Rode wijnBordeaux, France
Cabernet Sauvignon
Ook bekend als: 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.
BodyFull
ZuurgehalteMedium
TanninesHigh
ZoetheidDry
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A single Cabernet Sauvignon vine can produce enough grapes for about 4-6 bottles of wine.
👃 Proefnotities
Primaire smaken
BlackcurrantBlack cherryPlum
Secundaire smaken
VanillaCedarTobaccoLeather
Aroma's
EucalyptusMintGreen bell pepperGraphite
🌍 Beroemde wijnregio's
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Bordeaux
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Coonawarra
AustraliaFamous terra rossa soil produces distinctive minty notes
Maipo Valley
ChileExcellent value with ripe fruit and soft tannins
🍽️ Perfecte spijscombinaties
Grilled ribeye steak
Lamb chops
Aged cheddar
Dark chocolate
Beef bourguignon
🌡️ Serveertips
Temperatuur
16-18°C (60-65°F)
Glastype
Bordeaux glass
Decanteren
1-2 hours for young wines
⏳ Rijpingspotentieel
5-25+ years for premium examples