Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon, or perhaps King Cabernet might be more apt. These grapes are widely argued to be responsible for some of the best wines in the world. Because of the grapes’ thick skins Cabernet Sauvignon is renowned for its deep colour, flavour and tannin. This wine is unapologetically bold in all aspects; in short it is the Beyoncé of the wine world.
What am I getting?
There is a whole spectrum of fantastic flavours for Cabernet Sauvignon according to the ripeness of the grape. The warmer the climate, the riper they get, and in this case they produce wines with a blackcurrant and cassis vibe. In cooler climates it’s got more of a herbaceous thing going on, think slightly grassy. Often these grapes are blended with other varieties – particularly Merlot – to soften the high tannins and make it a little more fruity. Cabernet Sauvignon also tends to spend some time in oak, so you’re likely to be treated with some chocolate and coffee flavours too – and since they’re the next best things after wine how could it not be a winner?!
What can I drink it with?
Meat, meat and more meat! This is the ultimate wine for any self-respecting carnivore, thanks to its full body it can stand up to red meat so it’s fantastic with steak. Equally it works really well with fattier meat like duck. For the vegetarians out there (don’t worry, I haven’t forgotten you – even if I do think you’re crazy), fret not you won’t loose out on this party; eggplant and rocket work like a dream too.
I want it!
And how could you not?
Let’s not go crazy…
Silver Ghost Cabernet Sauvignon 2016 Central Valley (medium, Chile) £6.49 per bottle
All out…
Chateau Angludet 2010 Cru Bourgeois Margaux (full, France) £28 per bottle
What am I getting?
There is a whole spectrum of fantastic flavours for Cabernet Sauvignon according to the ripeness of the grape. The warmer the climate, the riper they get, and in this case they produce wines with a blackcurrant and cassis vibe. In cooler climates it’s got more of a herbaceous thing going on, think slightly grassy. Often these grapes are blended with other varieties – particularly Merlot – to soften the high tannins and make it a little more fruity. Cabernet Sauvignon also tends to spend some time in oak, so you’re likely to be treated with some chocolate and coffee flavours too – and since they’re the next best things after wine how could it not be a winner?!
What can I drink it with?
Meat, meat and more meat! This is the ultimate wine for any self-respecting carnivore, thanks to its full body it can stand up to red meat so it’s fantastic with steak. Equally it works really well with fattier meat like duck. For the vegetarians out there (don’t worry, I haven’t forgotten you – even if I do think you’re crazy), fret not you won’t loose out on this party; eggplant and rocket work like a dream too.
I want it!
And how could you not?
Let’s not go crazy…
Silver Ghost Cabernet Sauvignon 2016 Central Valley (medium, Chile) £6.49 per bottle
All out…
Chateau Angludet 2010 Cru Bourgeois Margaux (full, France) £28 per bottle