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American Cabernet
Sauvignon Region:
California
Appellation: Napa Valley
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2005 Hall Cabernet
Sauvignon
Hall makes great wines that are reasonably
priced for Napa quality. Both bold and
well-balanced. ($40)
paired with
NY Strip Steak with Red Wine Sauce
& Parmesan Fries
Go
to: NY
Strip Steak - Cabernet Sauvignon
Pairing
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2005 B Sides Cabernet
Sauvignon
Made from grapes from lesser-known areas of
Napa (think the 'flip side' - get it, B Side?).
Exceptional value - ripe, New
World style. ($25)
paired with
Ribeye Steak with Creamed Spinach
and Steak Sauce
Go
to: Ribeye Steak -
Cabernet Sauvignon Pairing
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Argentinian Cabernet
Sauvignon Region:
Mendoza
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2008 Alamos Cabernet
Sauvignon
Surprisingly good for only ten dollars. This
super producer makes great Cab at different
price points, including value
wines. ($10)
paired with
Flank Steak Salad with
Homemade Blue Cheese Dressing
Go
to: Steak
Salad - Cabernet Sauvignon
Pairing
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Chilean Cabernet
Sauvignon Region: Valle
Central
Appellation: Maipo
Valley
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2007
Cousino Macul Cabernet Sauvignon Antiguas
Reservas
Very earthy,
natural aroma that takes some air to open up,
suggesting good aging potential. Hearty tannins
sweeten on the
finish. ($15)
paired with
Flank Steak Salad with
Homemade Blue Cheese Dressing
Go
to: Steak
Salad - Cabernet Sauvignon
Pairing
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French
Cabernet Sauvignon Region: Bordeaux
Appellation:
Margaux
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2005 Chateau Dauzac,
Margaux
Incredibly
delicious and rich now with intense fruit
flavors, this also has lots of aging
potential. ($55)
paired with
Braised Beef Short Ribs with
Cheddar Polenta
Go to:
Braised Short Ribs -
Cabernet Sauvignon Pairing
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