WINE + SPIRITS
TOP CALIFORNIA CABERNET SAUVIGNON WINES | BY SOMNATH CHATERJEE
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alifornia Cabernet Sauvignon wine is much revered and loved by collectors along with wine lovers since it has a distinct appeal which stems from its complexity and dark fruit notes. Hence, it is not a surprise that Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the most popular wines in America along with Chardonnay of course. These wines also pair perfectly with many dishes which further lends them more popularity along with the fact that they age extremely well. SHAFER CABERNET SAUVIGNON HILLSIDE SELECT Shafer Hillside Select Cabernet Sauvignon is highly recommended for showcasing all the classic attributes for a perfect Cabernet Sauvignon. They also age very well while giving
aromas of blackberry, black cherry, warm earth, and spice. Then you get the summer briar fruit, berry compote, cinnamon, lively red and black plums, and mocha. HALL CABERNET SAUVIGNON It is deeper in color and layered with a stronger aroma of crème de cassis, dark plum, anise and dried herbs. The palate is lush and layered with fine-grained tannin supporting flavors of dark berry, cocoa, and a hint of freshly turned earth. CAYMUS CABERNET SAUVIGNON This full-bodied wine and comprise of dark berries, warmed vanilla, and melted licorice while being darker in color along with as approachable in youth as in maturity. A typical Caymus trait is the depth that this wine provides.
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DAOU CABERNET SAUVIGNON Here is another bold red wine which has a layered/rich nose of blackberry, cassis, smoky leather, and dried herbs while also having plum and cherry, cocoa and sandalwood. It is a full-bodied wine for wine lovers with its complexity, style, and rich taste. BERINGER FOUNDERS’ ESTATE CABERNET SAUVIGNON A more medium-bodied wine with a more nuanced flavor with fruit flavors, vanilla, and blackberry. It is easy to drink and goes very well with popular dishes like a steak.
