Domaine Bassac Cabernet Sauvignon 2008

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Classic Cabernet Sauvignon. Notes of red and black fruits, cassis and licorice on the nose. Full bodied with good structure and firm tannins. With concern for creating genuine wines that respect the land, nature,and subtle balance which allows for the expression of harmony between soil and vine, the vineyard has been organically farmed since 1990: § Compost and organic enriching agents to nourish the ground § Natural cover planting in autumn and in winter § Upkeep of the grounds through manual ploughing and weeding from spring to autumn § Treatments with natural products § Biological pest control of vine and grape pests

Serve this wine between 60-65 degrees Farenheit or 15-18 degrees Celsius.

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Cabernet Sauvignon

Cabernet Sauvignon is a dry red wine that can age for decades and becomes more complex and subtle as a result. Signature aromas in its youth include blackcurrant, cassis, blackberry, herbs and cedar or oak. If the grapes were not fully ripened when picked, it can have green bell pepper or weedy notes. As it ages, it takes on notes of seductive spices, anise, violets, leather, olive, tobacco and cigar box. It's often aged in oak from 6-24 months. It can be quite tannic when young (so decant it for an hour or two if you aren't going to age it). The tannins smooth out with age. Just how long it can age depends on how well it was made (quality of the fruit, etc).

It is most famous in Bordeaux, France, where it's part of a blend that can include any or all of the following grapes to increase the complexity of the final wine: Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petite Verdot. Cabernet is also planted worldwide because its tough skin resists disease and rot. It does especially well in regions with warm,dry conditions and a long growing season such as California's Napa and Sonoma Valleys, Paso Robles and in Chile, Argentina and South Africa. In Australia, it's often blended with Shiraz and in Tuscany, with Sangiovese or stands alone in the coveted and pricey Super Tuscan wines. Cabernet was originally created by crossing the white grape Sauvignon Blanc and the red grape Cabernet Franc. Cabernet Sauvignon, like Chardonnay, Merlot and Pinot Noir, is one of the world's most popular wines.

Pair Cabernet Sauvignon with beef casseroles and stews, chateaubriand, cheeseburgers, beef stroganov, rare roast beef, lamb dishes , game (venison, partridge, ostrich, pheasant), cheddar, parmesan, grilled cheese sandwiches or a delicious parmigiana.