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Cabernet Sauvignon — South African Wine

Structured, blackcurrant-driven and age-worthy — Stellenbosch and Paarl make some of the world's best value Cabernet.

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Cabernet Sauvignon — the beginner's guide.

Educational sample bottle: Cabernet Sauvignon

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Red Wine

Cabernet Sauvignon

A classic red grape known for producing structured wines with dark-fruit character and noticeable tannin.

General guide

  • Body5 out of 5 — Full
  • Sweetness1 out of 5 — Usually Dry
  • Acidity3 out of 5 — Medium
  • Tannin5 out of 5 — High

Wine styles vary by producer, region, vintage and winemaking method. These indicators are a beginner-friendly general guide.

Typical flavours

  • 🫐 Blackcurrant
  • 🍇 Blackberry
  • 🍑 Plum
  • 🌲 Cedar
  • 🌶️ Spice

Goes Lekr with

  • 🥩 Steak
  • 🐑 Lamb
  • 🍖 Beef
  • 🧀 Mature cheese

Serving guide

Typically served around 17–18 °C; many styles benefit from being opened a little earlier.

Beginner tip

Try Cabernet Sauvignon if you enjoy bold, structured red wines.

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