The Wine Experience           

Cabernet Grape Talk                         

Cabernet Sauvignon is often called the king of grapes.  Some folks wonder what makes it so special.  One big reason is the way it captures the sense of the place where it was grown.  It's sort of like heritage in a bottle.

Cabernet is rich and deep in color.  And the scent?  A cedar chest or even a box of chocolates.  Sometimes the dark and dense fruitiness can even remind you of black currants or blueberries.

It loves food . . . especially grilled meats like lamb and beef and its natural acidity blends perfectly with the higher fat content of those meats.

With all of those features, it was cabernet that thrust California wines into the bit time.

Cabs are among the priciest wines in the world but you don't need a second mortgage to find some delicious examples.  Just ask your wine person.  Whether it's for dinner tonight or to put away for your grand kids, there's a cab for every pocketbook.

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