If Wine Had Personality - Cabernet Sauvignon

CABERNET SAUVIGNON

Personality: The preeminent classic red variety, thanks to its complexity, majestic structure, richness, and capacity to age for decades – the Sean Connery of red wines.

Origin: Bordeaux, France, but terrific examples are now produced in virtually every great red wine region of the world.

Aroma, flavor, and texture: Similar to merlot, only bigger, deeper, more intense, and powerful. Watch out, though, for poorly made, cheap cabernet sauvignon, which can be dank and weedy.

Cost: Moderate ($15) to expensive ($75); plan to spend at least $25 for a very good bottle.

Try it with: Grilled steak (cabernet and grilled steak are considered a classic American pairing) and roast beef.
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