Cabernet Sauvignon Overview

Question 1

Is Cabernet a crossing or a hybrid?

Answer 1

Crossing

Question 2

Name the country of origin for Cabernet Sauvignon

Answer 2

France

Question 3

What is Cabernet Sauvignon a crossing of?

Answer 3

Cabernet Franc +
Sauvignon Blanc

Question 4

List the 4 top regions where Cabernet Sauvignon is grown

Answer 4

Bordeaux, France
California, America

Chile
Australia

Question 5

List 3 possible wine making steps of Cabernet Sauvignon

Answer 5

Blending
New Oak
De-Stemming

Question 6

True or False: The adjective to describe Cabernet Sauvignon is bold and tannic

Answer 6

True

Question 7

List the 5 descriptive words of Cabernet Sauvignon style

Answer 7

Tannic
Fruity
Savory
Oaked
Decadent

Question 8

What does Cabernet Sauvignon have the ability to do?

Answer 8

To age

Question 9

What is the growing climate of Cabernet Sauvignon

Answer 9

Moderate
Warm
Hot

Question 10

List the 4 major growing countries of Cabernet Sauvignon

Answer 10

France
U.S.A.
Chile
Australia

Question 11

Beside the top 5 growing countries of Cabernet Sauvignon, list the other major growing regions (3)

Answer 11

Italy
South Africa
Argentina

Question 12

What is the classic food pairing for Cabernet Sauvignon

Answer 12

richer foods like steak, grilled meats and sausage

Question 13

True or False: Fat and protein bind with tannin compounds, making them seem less aggressive and astringent on the palate

Answer 13

True

Question 14

True or False: Cabernet Sauvignon pairs well with richer food that can soften its intense tannins

Answer 14

true

Question 15

A traditional Greek dish that will coax the herbs and spices of Cabernet Sauvignon

Answer 15

Eggplant moussake

Question 16

Fill in the blank: For vegetarians, _________-based dishes can work exceptionally well with Cabernet

Answer 16

mushroom