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Cabernet Sauvignon

Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the most celebrated wine varieties in the world. Originating in the Bordeaux region of France, this grape variety has won the hearts of wine lovers for its vibrant ruby red colour and warm taste with a fruity aftertaste. Although one of the distinguishing characteristics of Cabernet Sauvignon is its bold structure and full body, what makes it truly unique, apart from its aromatic complexity, is its ability to age. Over the years, it develops greater smoothness and complexity, revealing new nuances of flavour and aroma. Discover on xtraWine the selection of Cabernet Sauvignon wines from the world's best wineries and choose one of the most appreciated and internationally recognised red wines.

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Cabernet Sauvignon: A Journey through Vineyards and History

Cabernet Sauvignon is a grape variety originating in the Graves and Médoc areas, two renowned wine regions of France. It is one of the most famous grape varieties in the world, widely appreciated for its ability to produce wines of high quality and great longevity.

The Cabernet Sauvignon grape variety is the result of a cross between the white grape variety Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, thus creating a variety that has conquered the palates of wine enthusiasts and experts worldwide.

One of the most fascinating characteristics of Cabernet Sauvignon is its versatility and its ability to adapt to different climatic conditions while retaining its inherent characteristics. This makes Cabernet Sauvignon an excellent expression of the terroir in which it is grown.

The Cabernet Sauvignon vine has medium-sized, pentagonal-shaped leaves and a medium-sized, compact, cylindrical bunch. Cabernet grapes are distinguished by a spherical shaped berry with a compact skin of a characteristic blue-black colour.

The Meaning of Cabernet Sauvignon

The term "Cabernet Sauvignon" has interesting origins. "Cabernet" comes from the French word "sauvage", meaning "wild", while "Sauvignon" refers to the grape variety itself. This name suggests the robust and vigorous nature of the grape, which is reflected in the character of the wine.

What Flavour Does Cabernet Sauvignon Have?

Cabernet Sauvignon is a robust and structured red wine characterised by intense and complex aromas of black fruits, spices and herbal notes. On the nose, one can detect intense aromas of black fruits such as blackcurrant, cherry and blackberry, accompanied by notes of spice, tobacco and vanilla. On the palate, it is characterised by its power and concentration, with vigorous tannins and fresh acidity giving balance to the wine. Its long ageing in wood adds further layers of complexity and depth to its aromatic profile.

What does Cabernet Sauvignon go well with?

Cabernet Sauvignon pairs beautifully with rich, flavourful dishes such as grilled steaks, roast meats, aged cheeses and mushroom dishes. Its robust structure and intense aromaticity also make it an ideal companion for evenings spent tasting fine cheeses or simply relaxing with friends.

The Best Cabernet Sauvignon Labels

In the vast panorama of Cabernet Sauvignon wines, France plays a leading role as a producer of oenological excellence. In France, renowned wineries such as Chateau de Camensac, Chateau Lagrange and Chateau Carbonneau offer a wide selection of high quality Cabernet Sauvignon, representing French wine excellence. In Italy, it is less widespread than Cabernet Franc, due to its lower productivity. However, in many areas it is becoming increasingly popular due to its less pronounced herbaceous character and the generally finer wine obtained. Among the major labels are Felsina, Petra and Grillesino. In addition to these, on xtraWine you will find a global selection that includes wines from the countries most renowned for Cabernet Sauvignon production that will satisfy even the most refined tastes.

Information about Cabernet Sauvignon

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Grape variety Cabernet Sauvignon
Synonyms cabernè, cabernet piccolo; in Francia: bouschet-Sauvignon, carbonet, petit vidure.
Grape colour Red grape
Aromas Aromatised
Variety Allochthonous
Vigour Good
Ripening End of September, early October.
Productivity Medium and constant, good attachment (the tip of the cluster does not always mature perfectly).
Areas of cultivation It is widely spread all over the world and unanimously recognized as a vine of great prestige. It is cultivated mainly in northeastern regions, but is spreading more and more in many other parts of Italy, sometimes at the expense of some native vines.
History Vine of French origin and especially of Bordeaux. His arrival in our country, almost simultaneously with that of the Cabernet Franc, is believed to have taken place in 1820 in the province of Alexandria. Certainly in 1870 it is cultivated on the Euganean Hills. In France cabernet sauvignon enjoys a great prestige and is the most cultivated of the two cabernets, while in Italy it is less widespread than the cabernet franc because of its lower productivity. Yet in many areas it is becoming more and more diffused for its less pronounced herbal character and for the wine that is obtained, generally finer.
Ampelographic features Leaf: medium size, pentagonal, quinquelobata with all five closed breasts and overlapping edges, drawing a characteristic almost round hole (the petiole breast is also closed at the bottom of the leaf); Upper leaf glabra, dark green, opaque; Inferior aracnoid and light green; Folded flap, slightly twisted lobes, corner at the top of the nearly straight rectangular lobes and almost flat flap surface; Light ribbed ribs with reddish base; Very pronounced teeth, irregular, convex, broad-based; Not flashy ribs. Bunch: small (about 14 cm long), cylinder-pyramidal, often with a very pronounced wing, a little compact; Peduncle visible, half-legged, large, green the unlinned part. Acino: medium (13.5 mm transverse diameter), spheroid, regular, persistent navel, circular cross section, very pruinous skin, color-black, thick, consistent; Slightly fatty flesh, sweet and slightly herbaceous, almost colorless juice; Mid-length pedicels with evident, verrucous, red-vinous intense tenderness; Short brush and pink-vinous; Separation of normal acina.
Characteristics of the wine obtained from this grape variety Cabernet sauvignon is a great vine, with which a ruby ​​red wine is obtained with purple, almost blue shades. The scent is very intense and fine, elegant herbaceous and vegetable, fruity with hints of small black fruits, chopped notes and chocolate. The taste expresses elegance, excellent balance between freshness, tannicity and great softness, remarkable texture and important taste-olfactory persistence, which make it particularly suitable for refining in wood.
Notes It has a certain sensitivity to the oid, though curable, and to eutipus and ecloriosis, unfortunately untreatable.

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