Cabernet Sauvignon

Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the world’s most renowned red grape varieties, originating in Bordeaux and now grown in nearly all major wine regions. It is a hardy, late-ripening vine that produces small, thick-skinned berries in compact clusters, giving naturally high tannins and deep color.

Originated in Bordeaux, France

Ripening Period: Late season

High vigor

High yield

Availability

Preferred Climate

Cabernet Sauvignon performs best in a warm, dry climate with plenty of sunlight and long growing seasons. It benefits from cooler nights to preserve acidity and aromatic complexity and thrives in well-drained soils that encourage balanced ripening.

Viticultural Characteristics

Performs best in warm, well-drained sites where it can achieve full phenolic ripeness. Bud break is at a moderate pace and canopy management may be needed to control vigor.

Wine Profile

Cabernet Sauvignon wines are typically deep ruby to nearly opaque, with firm tannins, moderate acidity, and classic notes of dark fruit, cedar, and spice. Styles span from structured, age-worthy bottlings to more approachable, fruit-forward expressions depending on climate and winemaking choices.

Clones

FPS 7 - Very high vigor with large berries and large clusters.