| Below is a diverse array of Cabernet Sauvignons. They fit the fanciest of dining, or sometimes the simplest of suppers. Cabernet Sauvignon is often regarded as the "king" of red wine grapes. It is the primary grape of the great wines of the Bordeaux region and has been cultivated world wide. It is known for its high level of tannins, dense ruby color and medium to full body. Cabernet Sauvignon grapes produce full-bodied, fruity wines that are rich, complex and intensely flavorful.
Sagelands Vineyard "Four Corners" Cabernet Sauvignon, Columbia Valley 2001 Price $15.99 Rating 91 The nose hints of dark fruit and subtle mineral. The sip leads with blackberry and mint. The oak elements are well balaced with the complex fruit. Discover more at www.sagelandsvineyard.com.
Sequoia Grove Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa 2002 Price $32 Rating 93 The color is deeply concentrated. The nose is packed with black currant and delicate dust complexity. The sip, like velvet, showcases a spectrum of red and black fruit. There are notes of leather and earth in the middle. Learn more at www.sequoiagrove.com.
Sequoia Grove Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve, Rutherford 2001 Price $55 Rating 94 The nose is complex with black cherry, dried fruit, rich plum, mocha and a dusting of spice, all within the sniff. The sip is same powerful song, second verse. Sequoia Grove Vineyards was founded in 1978 by Jim Allen, whose love for European wines inspired him to look for the perfect place, leading him to the Napa Valley.
Three Theives "Bandit" Cabernet Sauvignon 2002 Price $7 one liter "Brik"
Rating 86
Simple red wine in an easy format. There are flavors of cassis, plum, mocha and toasted oak. Don't let the box fool you. The grapes are a blend of Napa, Sonoma and Lodi grapes. About 10% Syrah was added to the mix. More details are at www.threethieves.com.
Trefethen Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa 2001
Price $42
Rating 93
The nose is packed with cassis and cedar. The sip offers cassis, cedar and complex mineral in the long, delicate finish. More details are at www.trefethen.com.
Trefethen Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa 1999 Price $75 Rating 94 The nose is expressive with rich red fruit along with exotic jasmine spice tappering off into black olives. The sip is full of currant and plum, balanced with soft tannins. Raspberry and mocha are in the long finish.
Trinchero "Family Selection" Cabernet Sauvignon, California 2002 Price $11 Rating 90 There are aromas of ripe tomato and subtle herbs. The sip is layered with cassis, dark fruit and herbal complexity. The sourcing of the grapes was 84% Lake County, 13% Santa Barbara and 3% Monterey. Serve this Cabernet with thick, freshly grilled steak lathered in herb butter when taken off of the grill. Learn more at www.trincherowinery.com.
Turnbull Wine Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa 2004 Price $40 Rating 90 The aromas are big and bold. Lots of ripe red fruit along with big brown spice are in the sniff. The sip is soft with red cherry and mineral. The length is medium.
Wynns Cabernet Sauvignon, Coonawarra 2001 Price $14.99 Rating 91 The nose offers dried black fruit, a slight raisin richness. The sip offer flavors of powerful black fruit, raisin and subtle menthol in the long finish. More to know is at www.wynnwswines.com.
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