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Cabernet

There are many different kinds of Cabernet grape varietals grown worldwide and used for commercial production of wine. The most recognized is Cabernet Sauvignon, but there are actually seven total varietals. After Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc is the most planted. It is grown in France, Canada, the United States, Italy, and Hungary. A few New World regions also grow Cabernet Franc, including Australia and New Zealand.

The five other Cabernet varietals are Cabernet Gros, Cabernet Dorsa, Cabernet blanc, Cabernet Mitos, and Cabernet Gernischt. Two of those were created in Germany: Cabernet Dorsa (in 1971, after Dornfelder was blended with Cabernet Sauvignon for the first time) and Cabernet Mitos (Blaufränkisch combined with Cabernet Sauvignon, beginning in 1970).


Quick Facts

  • Cabernet Sauvignon evolved as a hybrid of Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc grapes
  • Sales of Cabernet Sauvignon’s 2013 vintage at the Premiere Napa Valley auction in 2015 led to the event’s record $6 million in sales
  • A blend of Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon is quite common and has led to some highly rated wines

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6x 2006 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
May 29, 4:00 PM AEST
6x 2006 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
by Lawsons
Est: AUD350- AUD450
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3x 1997 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
May 29, 4:00 PM AEST
3x 1997 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
by Lawsons
Est: AUD180- AUD240
AUD11010 Bids
3x 1999 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
May 29, 4:00 PM AEST
3x 1999 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
by Lawsons
Est: AUD180- AUD240
AUD1006 Bids
3x 2002 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
May 29, 4:00 PM AEST
3x 2002 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
by Lawsons
Est: AUD180- AUD240
AUD706 Bids
2010 Yeringberg Cabernet Blend, Yarra Valley - 1500ml magnum
May 29, 4:00 PM AEST
2010 Yeringberg Cabernet Blend, Yarra Valley - 1500ml magnum
by Lawsons
Est: AUD200- AUD300
AUD506 Bids
3x 1999 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
May 29, 4:00 PM AEST
3x 1999 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
by Lawsons
Est: AUD180- AUD240
AUD1005 Bids
3x 2002 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
May 29, 4:00 PM AEST
3x 2002 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
by Lawsons
Est: AUD180- AUD240
AUD1005 Bids
2006 Yalumba 'The Signature' Cabernet Shiraz, Barossa Valley - 1500ml magnum
May 29, 4:00 PM AEST
2006 Yalumba 'The Signature' Cabernet Shiraz, Barossa Valley - 1500ml magnum
by Lawsons
Est: AUD80- AUD120
AUD605 Bids
1999 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
May 29, 4:00 PM AEST
1999 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
by Lawsons
Est: AUD60- AUD80
AUD354 Bids
3x 2002 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
May 29, 4:00 PM AEST
3x 2002 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
by Lawsons
Est: AUD180- AUD240
AUD1004 Bids
3x 2013 Jacobs Creek 'Johann' Shiraz Cabernet, South Australia
May 29, 4:00 PM AEST
3x 2013 Jacobs Creek 'Johann' Shiraz Cabernet, South Australia
by Lawsons
Est: AUD120- AUD150
AUD404 Bids
2012 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
May 29, 4:00 PM AEST
2012 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
by Lawsons
Est: AUD70- AUD80
AUD304 Bids
1998 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
May 29, 4:00 PM AEST
1998 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
by Lawsons
Est: AUD100- AUD150
AUD453 Bids
2013 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
May 29, 4:00 PM AEST
2013 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
by Lawsons
Est: AUD70- AUD80
AUD253 Bids
2009 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
May 29, 4:00 PM AEST
2009 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
by Lawsons
Est: AUD60- AUD80
AUD253 Bids
2009 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
May 29, 4:00 PM AEST
2009 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
by Lawsons
Est: AUD60- AUD80
AUD253 Bids
2009 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
May 29, 4:00 PM AEST
2009 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
by Lawsons
Est: AUD60- AUD80
AUD253 Bids
1997 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
May 29, 4:00 PM AEST
1997 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
by Lawsons
Est: AUD60- AUD80
AUD253 Bids
1997 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
May 29, 4:00 PM AEST
1997 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
by Lawsons
Est: AUD60- AUD80
AUD253 Bids
1998 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
May 29, 4:00 PM AEST
1998 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
by Lawsons
Est: AUD100- AUD150
AUD453 Bids
1998 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
May 29, 4:00 PM AEST
1998 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
by Lawsons
Est: AUD100- AUD150
AUD453 Bids
1999 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
May 29, 4:00 PM AEST
1999 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
by Lawsons
Est: AUD60- AUD80
AUD253 Bids
2002 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
May 29, 4:00 PM AEST
2002 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia
by Lawsons
Est: AUD60- AUD80
AUD303 Bids

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