Wines made from Ruby-cabernet grapes of Hebei
Discover the best wines made with Ruby-cabernet as a single variety or as a blend of Hebei.
More informations about the variety Ruby-cabernet
Deeply coloured, structured reds with a deep ruby robe, smooth tannins and preserved acidity under warm conditions, with aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, plum, spice and blackcurrant-leaf herbal notes. Round palate, fruity finish. Productive and heat-tolerant, it produces high-volume reds in California (Central Valley), South Africa, Australia, Argentina, Mexico and Israel. Californian variety created in 1936 by Harold Olmo at UC Davis (Cabernet Sauvignon × Carignan).
More informations about the region of Hebei
China's 3rd largest wine region (~13,000 ha) in the north-east, with sub-zones Huailai (near Beijing) and Changli (coastal, birthplace of China's first dry red). Harsh continental climate, vines buried in winter. Cabernet Sauvignon is king in reds: structured and deep with notes of blackcurrant, blackberry, cedar, tobacco and a spicy touch, firm tannins. Franco-Chinese Marselan (blackcurrant, cherry, violet), spicy Cabernet Gernischt and supple Merlot.