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19 Cards in this Set
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Inniskillin Cab-Merlot |
Grape Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot blend Tasting notes: Exhibits generous aromas of plum, blackberry and spice. The palate is full- bodied with rich fruit flavours benefiting from each grape variety Sugar content: 3.6 g/liter I pair well with: BBQ Burgers and sausage with Canadian classic poutine; Pasta with Bolognese sauce and meatballs; Pizza with vegetables and variety of cheeses. |
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ROBERT MONDAVI 'WOODBRIDGE' CABERNET |
Grape Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Tannant, Syrah Tasting notes: Opens with aromas of cherries, cedar, and brown sugar. Flavours of berries,toasted marshmallow, chocolate, and graham cracker follow with a toasty caramel finish.Medium-bodied. Sugar content: 4.5 g/liter I pair well with: Pairs deliciously with grilled meats and tomato-based pasta dishes. |
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BANFI COL DI SASSO TOSCANA IGT |
Grape Varietal: Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon Tasting notes: Ruby red colour with a complex nose characterized by hits of ripe fruit, plum and blackberry. Wide and soft structure with a long and persistent finish. Sugar content: 4 g/liter I pair well with: Meat-based dishes and seasoned cheeses |
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MAGGIO FAMILY VINEYARDS CABERNET |
Grape Varietal: 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Petite Sirah, 10% Zinfandel, 4% Petit Verdot Tasting notes: A lovely ruby red colour with aromas of blackberry and plum. Hints of graham cracker and vanilla complement the dark fruit flavours on the palate. Pleasant round texture with supple tannins. Sugar content: Unknown, considered Dry I pair well with: Beef, Lamb, Game such as deer and venison, Poultry |
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TAWSE CABERNET BLEND |
Grape Varietal: 43% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Cabernet Franc, 21% Merlot Tasting notes: On the nose, this Cabernet Merlot entices with aromas of black cherry, raspberry, and cocoa. On the palate, this wine is medium-bodied, showing ripe black fruit on the mid-palate, and the finish is well-balanced by crisp acidity and light dusty tannins Sugar content: 1 g/liter I pair well with: Try with spaghetti Bolognese, grilled pork chops, barbequed sirloin steak with creamy mashed potatoes |
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MAJELLA 'THE MUSICIAN' CABERNET & SHIRAZ |
Grape Varietal: 72% Cabernet Sauvignon, 28% Shiraz Tasting notes: The colour is vibrant deep ruby red with a crimson hue. Fresh mint, eucalyptus and spice make up the lifted nose. The palate is soft and well balanced, with blackberries and cassis flavours with supple soft tannins. Sugar content: 5 g/liter I pair well with: Garlic steaks with buttermilk |
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TORRES "GRAN CORONAS' RESERVE CABERNET |
Grape Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon & Tempranillo Tasting notes: Dark cherry red colour with garnet highlights, intensely fruity (blackberries,cassis) with delicate spicy (black pepper) and balsamic notes. A balanced and nicely structure palate with ripe tannins well rounded by aging in excellent oak. Sugar content: 0.5 g/liter I pair well with: Perfect with meat or cheese |
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STRATUS "KABANG' CABERNET BLEND |
Grape Varietal: 40% Cabernet Franc, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Syrah, 7% Merlot Tasting notes: Fine fruit structure and supple texture. Aromas of dark berries, blackberry, raspberry, mocha, and leather. The mouth feel is that of a modern-day Bordeaux-style wine that is decidedly Ontarian Sugar content: 5.4 g/liter I pair well with: Falafel wrap with tahini sauce, duck and sausage gumbo, black bean and cashew chili, meatballs stuffed with olives and feta, and pork carnitas tacos. |
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J.LOHR ESTATES "SEVEN OAKS' CABERNET SAUVIGNON |
Grape Varietal: 88.5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5.5% Petite Sirah, 4% Petit Verdot, 1.5% Merlot, 0.5% Cabernet Franc Tasting notes: Ripe Black Cherry and currant aromas and flavours with a toasted pastry barrel bouquet. This wine is dark and dense in colour, showing a bright hue at releas«.Ripe fruit aromas of black cherry and currant are accented by notes of toasted pastry and dark roast coffee from the authentic barrel bouquet. Persistent high-toned red fruit strikes the palate, followed by bright acidity and a structure that is both dense and soft at once. Sugar content: 5 g/liter I pair well with: Deliciously paired with wild mushroom risotto or an herb-encrusted rack of lamb with creamy polenta. |
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CHATEAU LAROSE-TRINTAUDON BORDEAUX - FRANCE |
Grape Varietal: 60% Cabernet Sauvignon & 40% Merlot Tasting notes: Dark ruby colour. Nose is full of fresh red fruits: Strawberry and currant aromas with hues of citrus fruits for a perfectly fresh and lively wine. Beautiful roundness with silky tannins and superb balance and harmony on the palate. Suggested to decant two hours before tasting Sugar content: 2.2 g/liter I pair well with: Best served with all types of classic meat dishes, veal, pork, beef, lamb, duck, game, roast chicken, roasted, braised, and grilled dishes. It is a perfect match with Asian dishes, hearty fish courses like tuna, mushrooms, and pasta as well as cheese. |
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DUCKHORN 'DECOY' CABERNET |
Grape Varietal: 95% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot Tasting notes: Lush and complex with great colour and concentration. From the it's aromas of black cherry, blackberry and plum to its silky texture and supple energy this is a lush and inviting expression of Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon. On the palate, flavourful boysenberry, mint, mocha, and red licorice glide to a long juicy finish. Sugar content: 6 g/liter I pair well with: Pairs very well with earthy foods, rich meats, and bold cheese flavors. Classic appetizers such as mushroom pizza, peppery sauces, and stews. |
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EDGE CABERNET |
Grape Varietal: 91% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Petite Sirah Tasting notes: Balanced rich, dried fruit of Cabernet Sauvignon with earthy, spicey notes that add a true sense of place and character. Deep ruby garnet in colour with inviting aromas of strawberry and blueberry jam, licorice and figs, the wine is densely packed with nutmeg, cedar, blackberry, chocolate, and vanilla bean. Structured yet supple tannins. The wine is medium bodied with a long finish lingering in cassis, espresso, and mocha. Drink now or holdon for a few years. Sugar content: 2.4 g/liter I pair well with: Gourmet burgers, meaty pasta dishes, hard cheese, steaks, chicken wings, pork. |
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BERINGER KINGHTS VALLEY CABERNET SAUVIGNON |
Grape Varietal: 84% Cabernet Sauvignon, g% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petite Verdot Tasting notes: A Delicious Cabernet Sauvignon with a generous Bordeaux Blend, soft silky tannins, and a plush, full mouthfeel. Built to age and develop further complexity, the generous and juicy upfront fruit makes it extremely enjoyable right away. Aromas of dried herbs, lavender, fresh boysenberry, and lanolin join flavours of dark fruit led by figs, black cherry, and currants. Pronounced oak spice, black olive, wife sage and mocha. This wine is well-balanced with good acidity, structured tannins, and elegant finish. Sugar content: 3 g/liter I pair well with: Steak and blue cheese, BBQ dishes, deer or game, and poultry |
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J. LOHR PURE PASO |
Grape Varietal: 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Petite Sirah, 1% Malbec Tasting notes: Savory varietal notes of Cabernet Sauvignon are layered with the overt spice and fruit character of Petite Sirah. The bouquet of cocoas powder, caramel, and anise works in harmony with the black cherry fruit signature of this wine. Bright and focused on the palate with a firm and appetizing finish. Sugar content: 3.4 g/liter I pair well with: Serve with Santa Maria-style grilled tri-tip seasoned with simple garlic, sal, and pepper rub, along with grilled French bread, fresh salsa, and stewed pinquito beans for a classic coastal California feast. |
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STAGS' LEAP WINERY CABERNET |
Grape Varietal: 85%-Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Malbec, 5% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot Tasting notes: plush inviting, blackberry and raspberry fruit, alongside nuances of lifted violet, allspice, sweet cinnamon, clove, cedar, and crushed bay leaves. On the palate, the dark berry fruits proliferate with blackberry, plum and cassis. Savory elements of light herbal notes and earth. Refined tannins provide a smooth mouthfeel and adds layers of complexity, finished with a lengthy texture. Sugar content: 3 g/liter I pair well with: Nutty rich foods, beef, and olives. |
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AUSTIN HOPE |
Grape Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon Tasting notes: Classic ruby colour, robust Cabernet Sauvignon. On the nose, aromas of tobacco, dark chocolate shavings, fresh black currant, and hints of savory notes. On the palate, layers of vanilla, coco powder, juicy cherry, baking spices and signature tobacco create a full body wine that is balanced by a splash of fresh acid and round, refined tannins. Sugar content: 9.8 g/liter I pair well with: Dark chocolate bars studded with dried cherry and blueberry fruit, roast breast of veal, roast turkey. |
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CHÂTEAU MONTENELLA |
Grape Varietal: 88% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Merlot, 1% Cabernet Franc Region: Napa Valley Tasting notes: The nose is dark garnet, nearly violet in the glass. Fresh berries and dried cherries, bergamot, lavender, mint, gunpowder, and sage - without a single element dominating another. The palate is fresh and dynamic, with cranberry, cola, and raspberry jam. Acidity pulls the layers of flavour into harmony with the wine's supple, yet dense structure. Tannins serve to elevate and not overwhelm. Finished by toasted hazelnut and vanilla emerge as the wine leans savory with mushroom, black pepper, and cedar. The Merlot in the blend really shines here with rhubarb, cassis, and velvety softness. Sugar content: 1.8 g/liter I pair well with: Best served with all types of seafood and shellfish, sushi, sashimi, chicken, veal, pork and cheese |
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CAYMUS NAPA VALLEY CABERNET SAUVIGNON |
Grape Varietal: 100% Cabernet Tasting notes: Nose of French oak barrel and cassis-like tones of ripeness, saddle leather and espresso. Palate is full, rich with abundant soft tannins and a hint of rustic grittiness. enjoyable for current drinking, yet age worthy to gain additional complexity over next half-decade. Sugar content: 9.2 g/liter I pair well with: Pot roast, steak & potatoes, beef stew. |
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Inniskillin Cab-Merlot |
Grape Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot blend Tasting notes: Exhibits generous aromas of plum, blackberry and spice. The palate is full-bodied with rich fruit flavours benefiting from each grape variety Sugar content: 3.6 g/liter I pair well with: BBQ Burgers and sausage with Canadian classic poutine; Pasta with Bolognesesauce and meatballs; Pizza with vegetables and variety of cheeses. |
