Cabernet Sauvignon

Cabernet Sauvignon is a beloved grape variety, renowned for producing some of the world’s most popular and highly rated wines. Originating in the Bordeaux region of France, Cabernet Sauvignon has since been planted in nearly every major wine-producing country due to its adaptability and consistent quality. Its thick skin and resistance to many viticultural hazards have contributed to its widespread popularity among both winemakers and consumers.

Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the most widely recognised and planted grape varieties across Europe. In France, it’s a cornerstone of Bordeaux’s Left Bank blends, often combined with Merlot and Cabernet Franc to produce some of the world’s most prestigious wines. In Italy, Cabernet Sauvignon plays a major role in the famous Super Tuscan wines, where it’s frequently blended with Sangiovese and other varieties to create powerful and complex wines. While not as dominant as in France or Italy, Cabernet Sauvignon is also widely planted in Spain, where it’s used in various blends, contributing to the diversity of Spanish wines.

Australian Cabernet Sauvignon wines are produced in South and Western Australia. Coonawarra in South Australia is famous for its rich and robust Cabernets. The region’s unique terra rossa soil contributes to wines with distinctive profiles of dark berry fruit, mint, and dried herbs. Other regions famous for this grape variety include Clare Valley, Yarra Valley, and Margaret River.

Winemakers all around the world have embraced Cabernet Sauvignon for its versatility. The grape produces wines with excellent structure and aging potential. It also offers a wide range of flavours — from black currant and bell pepper in cooler climates to jammy and ripe fruit notes in warmer areas. Most distinctive varieties are known for their deep colour, full body, and rich flavours of black currant and blackberry, often with hints of cedar and tobacco.