Cabernet Sauvignon

Grapes

Red

Alcohol content

12.5°

Color

intense ruby red, tending toward garnet with ageing.

Aroma

intensely vinous, distinctive, fruity with a light herbaceous note.

Taste

dry, full-bodied and savoury, appropriately tannic and harmonious, with a herbaceous note.

Serving temperature

18/20 °C

Pairings

a classic all-meal wine, excellent with roasts, feathered game and hard cheeses.

Description

Cabernet Sauvignon is a red wine of great intensity, with a ruby colour that tends toward garnet with ageing. The bouquet is vinous, fruity and with a slight herbaceous note. On the palate it is dry, savoury and full-bodied, with well-balanced tannins that give it harmony. With an alcohol content of 12.5°, it is perfect alongside rich dishes such as roasts, feathered game and hard cheeses. The ideal serving temperature is between 18° and 20°C.

History & legends

Cabernet Sauvignon has its historical origins in the Bordeaux region of France. It is said to be the result of an accidental crossing between Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc, which occurred in the 17th century. Although initially little known, this grape variety conquered the world thanks to its ability to adapt to different climatic conditions and its consistent quality. Today it is one of the most widely cultivated and appreciated varieties, synonymous with elegance and complexity.