Cabernet Sauvignon

Wines

French: Ardeche Classique
Argentinian: Finca Amadeo

Useful resources

• Vine distribution facts & general cab sauv details

• Info on the Rhone valley appellation

• Useful list of terms used to describe wines

• Wine tasting tutorial

• Wine a Tasting Course, by Marnie Old

Glossary

• Appellation: A defined geographical area where wine is grown.

• Blended wines: A wine that contains two or more varieties of grape.

• Full bodied wines: Wines over 13.5% alcohol, which have a rich texture.

• Old world wines: Regions where wine originated, including: Europe, the Middle East, & Northern Africa.

• New world wines: Wine growing regions outside of the old world regions, including: Argentina, Australia, Canada, Chile, Mexico, New Zealand, South Africa, and the US.

• Single varietals: Wines made primarily from one grape variety.

• Vintage: The year when grapes were harvested.

• Wine aroma kit (mentioned by Stephen): A kit that provides a range of smells and charts to educate you on common scents associated with wine.