Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon is a variety of red grape mainly used for wine production, and is, along with Chardonnay, one of the most widely-planted of the world\'s noble grape varieties. The principal grape in many Bordeaux wines, it is grown in most of the world\'s wine regions, although it requires a long growing season to ripen properly and gives low yields. Many of the red wines regarded as among the world\'s greatest, such as Red Bordeaux, are predominantly made from Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. World-class examples can improve for decades, and remain drinkable for a century.
The particularly thick skin of the Cabernet Sauvignon grape results in wines that can be high in tannin which provides both structure and ageability. This varietal, while frequently aromatic and with an attractive finish, also tends to lack mid-palate richness and so is often blended with lower tannin, but \``fleshy\`` tasting grapes, particularly Merlot and, especially in Australia, Shiraz / Syrah. Cabernet Franc is often used in blends with Cabernet Sauvignon to add aromatics. As a group, Cabernet Sauvignon wines are generally full-flavored, with a stronger flavor than Merlot for instance, and with a smooth and lingering ``finish``.
Cabernet Sauvignon has a well defined aroma. In Old World wines, particularly those made in Bordeaux, this is characterised by a smell of violets, blackcurrant, cedar and spice. New World wines of this grape can often share the aromas of their Old World counterparts, but are more often dominated by aromas of chocolate, ripe jammy berries, oak, pepper and earth. In Australia, there is often a strong smell of eucalyptus, particularly in wines made in Coonawarra. One of the most characteristic aromas of warm-climate examples is cassis (blackcurrant), while cherry and other red berry notes are not uncommon. Cooler-climate examples often reveal greener, herbaceous notes, such as eucalyptus or green pepper/capsicum. There is, however, a great deal of variation in flavor depending on the region, winemaking technique, seasonal weather, and bottle age. Nonetheless the wines retain a remarkable ability to be recognizably Cabernet.
Cabernet Sauvignon, like all noble wine grape varieties, is of the species Vitis vinifera, and genetic studies in the 1990s indicated it is the result of a cross between Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc.
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In this categoryMeinert Devon Crest 2006
Devon Crest is Martin Meinert'sclassic Bordeaux style blend. Although it is made up of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot the wines from five different vineyards on the estate are carefully matched to achieve richness, under- stated character and long, spicy finish. Vibrant deep red colour. Classically elegant yet complex with ripe berry and red cherry flavours mingled with mint tones. Already drinking wonderfully well and will continue developing in bottle to reach its optimum in a year or two. Alc. 14% [read on...]
A B V: 14.5% Vintage: 2006 Color: red Country: South Africa Code: 75709
Springfield Methode Ancienne 2004
In terms of quality, authenticity and for giving sheer pleasure this is a masterpiece. The vines planted in 1979 have consistently produced fine wine Only 2. 8 hectares were established on a rock-infested outcrop which bears 17-20 barrels of luscious premium Cabernet Sauvignon, aged for two years in new French oak and a further three years in bottles in the Springfield cellars before being released. Unfiltered and unfined. May require decanting. Alc. 13. 5% [read on...]
A B V: 13.5% Vintage: 2004 Color: red Country: South Africa Code: 75804
Springfield Wholeberry Cabernet Sauvignon 08
In the time of our ancestors, grapes were harvested by hand, carried to the cellar in baskets and placed uncrushed into open tanks to ferment with natural (wild) yeasts into wine. This lost tradition has been re-enacted to produce Springfield Whole Berry. No pumps, no crushers and matured in oak barrels for one year. The result is a velvety wine with softer tannins and classical varietal characteristics. It is unfiltered and unfined so a deposit may result which might require decanting. [read on...]
A B V: 14% Vintage: 2008 Color: red Country: South Africa Region: Western Cape Code: 74683
Springfield Wholeberry Cabernet Sauvignon 2009
In the time of our ancestors grapes were harvdested by hand, carried to the cellar in baskets and placed uncrushed into open tanks to ferment with natural (wild) years into wine. This lost tradition has been re-enacted to produce Springfield Whole Berry. Whole berry maceration is followed by fermantation. No pumps, no crushers and matured in oak barrels for one year The result is a velvety wine with softer tannins and classical varietal characteristics. It is unfiltered and unfined so a deposit may result which might require decanting. [read on...]
Vintage: -1 Color: Country: South Africa Code: 75787
Tyrrell
Intense colour with purple hues, the nose demonstrates aromas of black Cherries and wild berriesand some spice. The palate is intense and rich with dark plum and tannins. A fruit driven style with no obvious oak overpowering on the fruit. [read on...]
A B V: 13% Vintage: 2007 Color: red Country: Australia Region: New South Wales Code: 72729
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