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Cabernet
Sauvignon |
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AKA
Petit Cabernet, Petit Vidure and Vidure |
Geography
Produced worldwide in almost every wine
growing country. Most famous area is Bordeaux. |
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Viticulture
Best in warm climates. If grown in hot conditions,
the wine produced has a jammy, stewed flavour.
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Varietal/Blend
Often blended with Shiraz, Merlot and
Cabernet Franc. |
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Flavour
& Character
Distinctive blackcurranty flavour with a hint
of mint and cedar. |
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Vinification
Fermented in stainless steel or oak.
Fermentation temperature not critical because
of robustness of grape. Matured in old or
new oak. |
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Style
Well rounded, high in tannin content
and ages admirably. |
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Body,
Dry/Sweet
Mellow; ranges from medium bodied to
heavier, full bodied Australian examples. |
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Notes
King of the ''Noble'' grapes, famous
for its use in Bordeaux Claret. |
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