Wines made from Cabernet-Sauvignon grapes of Rio Grande do Sul
Discover the best wines made with Cabernet-Sauvignon as a single variety or as a blend of Rio Grande do Sul.
More informations about the variety Cabernet-Sauvignon
Cabernet-Sauvignon noir is a grape variety that originated in France (Bordeaux). It produces a variety of grape specially used for wine making. It is rare to find this grape to eat on our tables. This variety of grape is characterized by small bunches, and small grapes. Cabernet-Sauvignon noir can be found in many vineyards: South-West, Loire Valley, Languedoc & Roussillon, Cognac, Bordeaux, Armagnac, Rhone Valley, Provence & Corsica, Savoie & Bugey, Beaujolais.
More informations about the region of Rio Grande do Sul
Rio Grande do Sul is Brazil's most prolific wine-producing state. It is located in the very South of the country along the Uruguayan and Argentinian borders. The wine regions of Serra Gaucha, Campanha and Vale do Vinhedos can be found in this Part of the country. Soft, light red wines from a range of varieties such as Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon and Tannat are made here.
What are the typical flavors of the Cabernet-Sauvignon grape variety?
- OakPresent in 9% of Cabernet-Sauvignon
- Black fruitPresent in 5% of Cabernet-Sauvignon
- EarthPresent in 4% of Cabernet-Sauvignon
- Non oakPresent in 3% of Cabernet-Sauvignon
- SpicesPresent in 3% of Cabernet-Sauvignon
- Red fruitPresent in 2% of Cabernet-Sauvignon
- Dried fruitPresent in 2% of Cabernet-Sauvignon
- BlackberryPresent in 1% of Cabernet-Sauvignon
- PlumPresent in 1% of Cabernet-Sauvignon
- ChocolatePresent in 1% of Cabernet-Sauvignon
- CassisPresent in 1% of Cabernet-Sauvignon
News about the grape variety Cabernet-Sauvignon
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