Cabernet Sauvignon outstanding characteristics
Famous for being one of the most widely planted and well-known varieties in the world, the Cabernet Sauvignon grape originates from the southwest of France: the Aquitaine region, which borders the Atlantic Ocean to the west and Spain to the south, is the cradle of this grape variety, as delicious as it is versatile when it comes to adapting to different terroirs. According to carbon-14 and DNA studies, this variety is the product of a natural botanical mutation that occurred sometime in the 18th century.
According to science, this natural phenomenon took place between a red grape variety -Cabernet Franc- and a white one -Sauvignon Blanc. This is why its resultant, the Cabernet Sauvignon grape, receives this denomination, inheriting the qualities of those that gave it origin. We can find it not only in varietal wines, but also in the most classic Argentinean blend, together with Merlot and Malbec. In France, however, the Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Malbec triad loses its last member, as it is more common there to make blends that combine only the first two varieties.
With an intense ruby red color and a rough tannic structure, the wines made with Cabernet Sauvignon grapes are characterized by aromatic descriptors such as menthol, bell pepper, blackberries and red or black fruits, depending on personal perception.
It has an aftertaste of great length, and that sensory memory has hints of black olive. Labels to enjoy Cabernet Sauvignon If the plan is to open a wine of this grape variety, it is recommended to pair it with grilled meats, stews or marinades, although it also goes very well with empanadas and semi-hard and hard cheese boards.
Here are some suggestions from our portfolio for uncorking: Trumpeter Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2021. 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, deep red in color with bluish hues.
On the nose, its fruity profile stands out with notes of spices in the background: plum, vanilla and anise.
The palate is smooth, reaffirming the fresh and fruity accents found on the nose.
The tannins, present but gentle, highlight the personality of this varietal.
It is aged for 9 months in French oak, 30% of the blend in new barrels and the other 70% in second-use barrels, with a 5-year aging potential. Rutini Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 Collection Intense ruby red, the nose is fruity, with notes of black fruit and spicy hints that recall vanilla, red bell pepper and peppers, while the fruity accents are reaffirmed on the palate.
The tannins, present, enveloping and silky, denote its personality and subtlety.
The finish is pleasant, long and persistent.
20% of the blend was aged for 12 months in new French oak and the remaining 80% in second and third use barrels.
Its aging potential is 8 years. Dominio Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 Bright ruby red in color, its nose is very aromatic, with notes of red fruits such as strawberry and some vegetal touches of peppers.
The palate bursts with stewed fruit compote and spices, well-marked tannins and a hint of menthol.
It is aged for 12 months, 20% of the blend in new French oak and the other 80% in second-use barrels.
Its aging potential is 10 years.
