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If I Could Buy Only One – November 18 VINTAGES Release
We asked our writers, “If you could buy only one wine from this release, which one would it be and why?” ($39.95, Nicholas Pearce Wines Inc.) John Szabo – My only one this week is spectacular value for mature, ready-to-drink, quality Bordeaux that would be a brilliant addition to any sophisticated meal this holiday season: Château Maucamps 2006. First […] More
Buyer’s Guide to VINTAGES November 18 Release
Review of Vintages Nov 18 ReleaseThe Super-Tuscan Gift Parade and the Real Deals from the Southern Rhone By David Lawrason with notes from John Szabo, MS and Megha Jandhyala The gift parade continues at Vintages as more big-name bottles march out onto Vintages shelves, this time focused on the Super Tuscans like Luce ($129.45), Luce […] More
If I Could Buy Only One – November 4 VINTAGES Release
We asked our writers, “If you could buy only one wine from this release, which one would it be and why?” ($34.95, Noble Estates Wines & Spirits Inc.)Michael Godel – There’s just something special and comforting about truly traditional, old world wines when they are expressive of heritage and culture in the cleanest of modern ways. […] More
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Exchange Wine Club SubscriptionCabernet Sauvignon is one of the world's most widely recognized red wine grape varieties. It is the most planted of fine wine grapes, just ahead of merlot, and it is grown in nearly every major wine producing country among a spectrum of climates as diverse as Canada's Okanagan Valley, the high plains of Argentina, Tuscany or Lebanon's Beqaa Valley. Cabernet Sauvignon became internationally recognized through its prominence in Bordeaux wines where it is often blended with Merlot and Cabernet franc. The Judgment of Paris, in 1976, where Napa Valley cabernets scored ahead of some top Bordeaux châteaux in a blind tasting, is a perfect example of the way this variety has played a key role in bringing international recognition to a wine region. One of the most noted traits of Cabernet Sauvignon is its affinity for oak, either during fermentation or in barrel aging. In addition to having a softening effect on the grape's naturally high tannins, the unique wood flavours of vanilla and spice complement the natural grape flavours of black currant and tobacco. The aroma of black currants is one of the most distinctive and characteristic element of Cabernet Sauvignon that is present in virtually every style of the wine across the globe. Styles from various regions and producers may also have aromas of eucalyptus, mint and tobacco. In general New World examples have more pronounced fruity notes while Old World wines can be more austere with heightened earthy notes.