Rött vinBordeaux, France
Cabernet Sauvignon
Även känd som: 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.
KroppFull
SyraMedium
TanninerHigh
SötmaDry
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A single Cabernet Sauvignon vine can produce enough grapes for about 4-6 bottles of wine.
👃 Provningsanteckningar
Primära smaker
BlackcurrantBlack cherryPlum
Sekundära smaker
VanillaCedarTobaccoLeather
Aromer
EucalyptusMintGreen bell pepperGraphite
🌍 Kända vinregioner
Napa Valley
USAProduces rich, fruit-forward wines with velvety tannins
Bordeaux
FranceThe birthplace, often blended with Merlot
Coonawarra
AustraliaFamous terra rossa soil produces distinctive minty notes
Maipo Valley
ChileExcellent value with ripe fruit and soft tannins
🍽️ Perfekta matkombinationer
Grilled ribeye steak
Lamb chops
Aged cheddar
Dark chocolate
Beef bourguignon
🌡️ Serveringsguide
Temperatur
16-18°C (60-65°F)
Glaskoppstyp
Bordeaux glass
Dekantering
1-2 hours for young wines
⏳ Lagringspotential
5-25+ years for premium examples