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Cabernet Sauvignon is the grape behind some of the most famous wines from Bordeaux, Stellenbosch, Napa Valley and more. In fact, it is quite possibly one of the most famous red grapes in the world. Boasting outstanding flavors of black fruits, spice and herbs, with good acidity and noticeable tannins, this grape is one to be cherished. But just because you can find bottles with a price tag well over $100 doesn’t mean you have to empty your pockets every time you want to indulge. We broke down some of our favorite bottles of Cabernet Sauvignon at every price point, whether you're looking for a budget bottle under $20, perfect for weeknight dinners, or a splurgy bottle around $100 for special occasions. What Is Cabernet Sauvignon? This red grape variety is used to produce dry wines with moderate acidity and firm tannins. The grapes are small, thick-skinned and almost blue-colored. Flavors vary but tend to include oak, black fruits like black currant and blackberry, tobacco, cigar and coffee. It is often aged and blended with other red grapes to make exquisite wines, like Merlot, to create a Bordeaux blend. Cabernet Sauvignon was originally created by crossing Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc grape varieties. Whether you’re looking for a thrifty pick or hoping to splurge, the Wine Enthusiast tasting department shared their recent favorite Cabernet Sauvignon bottles for every budget. Best Cabernet Sauvignon by Price Best Bottles Under $25 Kilikanoon 2019 Killerman's Run Cabernet Sauvignon (Clare Valley) Freelander 2021 District One Cabernet Sauvignon (California) Charles & Charles 2020 Bolt Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley) Rodney Strong 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley) Best Bottles Under $40 Aslina by Ntsiki Biyela 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch) Daou 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles) Best Bottles Under $60 Rocca delle Macìe 2019 Roccato Cabernet Sauvignon (Toscana) Gundlach Bundschu 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley) Gallo Signature Series 2019 Gina Gallo Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley) Best Bottles Under $100 Howard Park 2018 Abercrombie Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Australia) Justin 2018 Isosceles Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles) Best Bottle Under $200 Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 2019 Fay Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District) FAQ Where Is Cabernet Sauvignon From? This grape variety is possibly best known for its wines produced in Bordeaux, France (in the Médoc and Pessac-Léognan regions), and Napa Valley, California, but exceptional bottles of Cabernet Sauvignon can be found all over the world including Chile, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand. Each region produces a slightly different style, but all share similar qualities characteristic of the grape. For more information about different Cabernet Sauvignon regions, check out our global guide to the grape. Is Cabernet Sauvignon Sweet? Cabernet Sauvignon is almost always a dry, deeply colored red wine. There are some exceptions to this, and the bottle will likely be labeled semi-sweet when the wine has sweeter notes. What Should You Pair with Cabernet Sauvignon? Common food pairings for Cabernet Sauvignon include fatty meats, like grilled steak or simple meatballs. This is because the juicy, fatty and decadent dishes are balanced by the texture of Cabernet Sauvignon. Why Trust Us? All products featured here are independently selected by our team, which is comprised of experienced writers and wine tasters and overseen by editorial professionals at Wine Enthusiast headquarters. All ratings and reviews are performed blind in a controlled setting and reflect the parameters of our 100-point scale. Wine Enthusiast does not accept payment to conduct any product review, though we may earn a commission on purchases made through links on this site. Prices were accurate at the time of publication.

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