The Hope family has been farming in Paso Robles for more than 30 years. The expression of Paso Robles is displayed in the glass with spice, licorice and berry in the nose, soft textures and silky tannins on the palate.<\/p>\n
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In the words of proprietor Austin Hope, \u201cThe goal was to give Treana a more vivid sense of place, and to also let a bit of my personality come through.\u201d Cabernet Sauvignon is a red wine grape variety of the grapevine species vitis vinifera. It is the most widely grown red wine grape variety in the world, and its wines were recently ranked as the most searched and sought-after in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It can form a full-bodied, complex, fruit-forward and dry wine when vinified correctly. The Cabernet Sauvignon grape has received most of its notoriety from being grown in the Bordeaux region of France<\/strong><\/a>. Traditionally speaking, these wines taste of heavy red and black fruit backed by noticeable tannins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n IN THIS GUIDE:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The climate Cabernet Sauvignon is grown in has been known to substantially affect its taste. Cooler climate Cabernet will tend to yield a more dark-fruit-forward wine with evidence of acidity. While warmer climates tend to yield more evidence of rich red fruit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Classic fruit notes are deep and dark: blackberry, black cherry, plum, cassis, and raisins. Earth and mineral notes can vary depending on terroir and vinification methods but classic notes include cedar, bell pepper, cracked spice, wood smoke, oak, tobacco, black olive, mushroom, mint, and wet gravel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Because of its complexity and high tannin structure, Cabernet Sauvignon is a great choice with any poultry or meat dish. The rugged spiciness of the wine combined with its dark fruit and earth will easily balance out grilled poultry, grilled pork, filet mignon, rack of lamb, or braised pork ribs perfectly. For vegetarian dishes, it works well with spiced mushroom, eggplant, or quinoa-based dishes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For cheese pairings, Cabernet Sauvignon works best with medium to sharp cheeses, like aged cheddar, apple-smoked gouda, asiago, gruyere, goat cheese, stilton, or bleu cheese.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Cabernet Sauvignon is a choice grape variety for wine drinkers and vintners alike because of its taste profile and ease to produce. The vines are incredibly hardy and can grow in an array of climates and terroirs. They produce grapes with thick skins which are highly resistant to damaging weather like frost and hail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Yields are often high, which can be a huge positive for winemakers considering that Cabernet is one of the most in-demand red wines around the world. On the other hand, controlling yields is also important for more boutique, craft wineries who are looking for a more refined product. This requires further investment in labor costs and a choice selection in terroir.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ironically, if you were to look at it on a timescale starting when humans first tried wine, Cabernet Sauvignon hasn\u2019t been around that long. It was stumbled upon during the 17th century in Southwestern France<\/strong><\/a>, where Sauvignon Blanc<\/strong><\/a> and Cabernet Franc<\/strong><\/a> were crossed to form a new grape variety. (This was recently discovered in 1996 where DNA testing was done at the <\/em>UC Davis Department of Viticulture and Enology<\/em><\/a>).<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Beyond Bordeaux, there are a plethora of quality Cabernet growing areas. Venture into regions like the Loire Valley, Lebanon\u2019s Beqaa Valley<\/a><\/strong>, Tuscany<\/strong><\/a>, and Navarra in Spain to truly expand your palate and see this grape\u2019s potential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n While centuries of wine production in Bordeaux helped launch Cabernet to fame over time, other regions like Napa Valley<\/strong><\/a> have helped bring it to the forefront of the new world as a single-varietal red wine. Many Bordeaux winemakers are known for blending Cabernet Sauvignon with other varieties, such as Merlot and Cabernet Franc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n With wine production is expanding globally at a record pace, wine enthusiasts should begin to look towards other old world and new world wine-producing regions to sample new takes on Cabernet Sauvignon. In North America, Washington State<\/a><\/strong> is growing gorgeous examples of Cabernet in AVAs including Yakima, Walla Walla<\/a><\/strong>, Red Mountain, Horse Heaven Hills and the Columbia Valley. California wine lovers undoubtedly should continue to keep an eye on Sonoma County\u2019s wines<\/strong><\/a>. Paso Robles<\/strong><\/a>, and Lake County<\/a><\/strong>. The Santa Cruz Mountains<\/strong><\/a> are also crafting some delicious examples.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A variety of New World countries and regions produce fantastic Cabernet. From New Zealand\u2019s Hawke\u2019s Bay region to Australia\u2019s McLaren Valley, all the way to regions across Chile<\/strong><\/a> and even Stellenbosch in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Cabernet Sauvignon produces some of the most age-worthy wines in the world. Cab loves oak \u2013 it\u2019s such a bold wine that it\u2019s almost impossible for oak to be intrusive. Instead, oak can really work wonders to round out the rough edges of young Cabernet Sauvignon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n French, American, and Hungarian oak all work well with Cab and it\u2019s rare that oak isn\u2019t used. High-end Bordeaux and high-end Napa Cabs can age for decades, and even less expensive Cabernets can age for a bit. While we don\u2019t necessarily recommend hanging on to an inexpensive wine for years \u2013 they are, after all, meant to be drunk young \u2013 with Cab, it could be a fun experiment just to see what happens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Written By Jamie Metzgar<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Jamie Elizabeth Metzgar began her career in wine by pouring in a tasting room on the East End of Long Island, NY. After moving to New York City, she landed a position at Chambers Street Wines where she was encouraged to pursue wine education at the Wine & Spirits Education Trust (WSET). She earned Level III certification there and has since earned California Wine Appellation Specialist and Certified Specialist of Wine certifications as well. 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<\/a>What Does Cabernet Sauvignon Taste Like? <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>Cabernet Sauvignon Food Pairings<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>Climate and Terroir for Cabernet Sauvignon<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>How Cabernet Sauvignon is Aged<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>Try some of these great Cabernet Sauvignon wines and Cabernet-based blends from around the world: <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\nMerlot is a blue-black grape variety that produces softer, medium to full bodied\u00a0dry red wine<\/em><\/strong><\/a>. It is currently the most extensively planted red wine grape variety in the Bordeaux region of France and the second most widely planted and popular red wine grape variety in the United States \u2013\u00a0just behind Cabernet Sauvignon<\/strong><\/a>.\r\n\r\nClassically vinified to be a dry red wine, Merlot grapes can have dramatic differences in flavor depending on the type of climate they\u2019re grown in. Many wine regions famous for growing Merlot will produce both red wine blends and single varietal wines with the Merlot grape.\r\n\r\nIN THIS GUIDE:<\/strong>\r\n\r\n \t
\r\n\r\n<\/a>What Does Merlot Taste Like? <\/strong><\/h2>\r\nMerlot tends to have a similar flavor profile to Cabernet Sauvignon and is actually within the same family of grapes (a descendant of Cabernet Franc<\/strong><\/a>). The main difference between these grapes is that Merlot has thinner skin and tends to be less<\/em> astringent<\/em><\/strong><\/a>\u00a0due\u00a0to\u00a0fewer and softer\u00a0tannins<\/em><\/strong><\/a>. It also maintains a fruitier, sometimes less complex body.\r\n\r\nWhile Merlot flavor does vary depending upon where it\u2019s grown climate-wise, you\u2019ll typically get notes of ripe blue, black and red fruit. These tasting notes are often backed by undertones of cocoa, vanilla, and various earth tones.\r\n\r\nClassically styled Merlots from France tend to exhibit black currant, raspberry, and ripe plum fruit notes while New World Merlots tend to lean more towards plum, black cherry, and pomegranate. Merlots often have gravel, tea, and forest floor secondary notes, and, depending on the barrel treatment, they can also display cola, cacao, vanilla, or more subtle mushroom and white pepper notes.\r\n
<\/a>Merlot Food Pairings<\/strong><\/h2>\r\nBecause of Merlot\u2019s lighter tannin structure, there tends not to be an intense sensation of astringency in the mouth. This makes Merlot fun to pair with softer poultry and meats on the sweet or savory side, like roasted duck, lechon, or honey-barbecued chicken. Try pairing any style of Merlot with a side of ricotta risotto or penne alla vodka.\r\n
<\/a>Climate and Terroir for Merlot<\/strong><\/h2>\r\nMerlot is a grape variety that can do well in both warm and cool climates. However, it\u2019s important to note that \u201cwarm\u201d and \u201ccool\u201d is often a subjective term in the wine world.\r\n\r\nFor instance, many Bordeaux old world wine producers consider 60 degree summers (Fahrenheit) weather to be warm, while most new world Merlot producers (and most of the rest of the world) consider 60 degrees to be on the cooler side.\r\n\r\nFor the sake of this article, 60 degrees in the summer is cold. That said, Merlot can thrive in both warm and cool climates when given the proper amount of TLC, with varying degrees of ripeness and yield.\r\n\r\nIn terms of soil composition, Merlot adapts well to silt and gravel-esque soil types (such as those along the Medoc in Bordeaux), as well as limestone and clay.\r\n
<\/a>How is Merlot Aged? <\/strong><\/h2>\r\nThe most age-worthy Merlots are often blends because Merlot does not have overly high tannins or acid, both of which contribute to age-worthiness. Merlot-dominant wines from Pomerol and St-Emilion, for example, can usually age beautifully for years but they\u2019re rarely 100% Merlot. Merlot-based Bordeaux is usually blended with either Cabernet Franc or Cabernet Sauvignon, both of which have higher acidity and tannins for aging.\r\n\r\nMany New World producers age Merlot in oak barrels, lending toasty notes to the wine, and some can age very well. More inexpensive Merlots are usually meant to be enjoyed upon release.\r\n
<\/a>Try any of these Merlot wine recommendations from producers around the world:<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n
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