Cabernet Sauvignon at Hanover Park Vineyard – Yadkinville, NC
In the Wine Light is International Cabernet Day. This wine holiday is celebrated on the Thursday before Labor Day. In 2021, that falls on September 2nd, but it can occur in late August or early September depending on the year.
So, is Cabernet Day for Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, or both? It seems that most folks celebrate Cabernet Sauvignon on this day, but we don’t see any reason why we can’t celebrate Cabernet Franc too. After all, without Cabernet Franc crossing with Sauvignon Blanc, we wouldn’t have Cabernet Sauvignon!
Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the most widely planted and noble wine grapes in all the world. It typically bud breaks later, so it isn’t subject to as many issues with the late spring frosts we see here in North Carolina. Due to the later bud break, it’s often one of the last grapes to be harvested, but it can also struggle to get to optimal ripeness.
Cabs are often known for being full bodied with big tannins. Old World Cabernets and those we find on the East Coast tend to be softer and more delicate. Both have should have their place in your wine rack.
There are many delightful Cabernet Sauvignons in the state. Just a few of our favorite include (but not limited to) Cabs from Overmountain Vineyards, Jones von Drehle Vineyards and Winery, Laurel Gray Vineyards, South Creek Vineyards and Winery, and Hanover Park Vineyard.
What do you like about Cabernet? How are celebrating this iconic variety?
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