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In Defense Of Cabernet Sauvignon 50 Years After The Judgement Of Paris
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It's one of the most popular grapes on the globe, especially in the US, particularly in Northern California. We have been in a big, bold trend for years, but after tasting bottles for this year's VinePair's Best Cabernet Sauvignons of 2026, I observed a shift.
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