With a legacy as rich as the soil that nurtures its vines, Cabernet Sauvignon stands an international aristocrat amongst grape varieties, gaining the utmost respect from connoisseurs and wine lovers alike.
The grape variety thrives in a multitude of climates and regions, making it a global ambassador of fine red wines which intertwine history, terroir, and craftsmanship.
From famed Bordeaux to the sun-kissed Napa Valley, its signature notes of blackcurrant, plum, and hints of herbaceousness carry a sense of place with each sip.
Scroll down to see 15 top-scoring Cabernet Sauvignon dominant wines from DWWA 2024
In this year’s Decanter World Wine Awards (DWWA), Australia was the frontrunner for top-quality Cabernet Sauvignon with eight varietal wines achieving 95+ points.
Margaret River in Western Australia proved the leader with four Gold medals for its expressions of Cabernet Sauvignon and one Best in Show awarded to Fermoy, Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2020. Elsewhere in Australia, Coonawarra secured a Platinum medal with Wynns Coonawarra Estate, John Riddoch Cabernet Sauvignon 2020.
New World Cabernet Sauvignon wines impressed at DWWA 2024 with South Africa, Argentina, Chile and USA receiving top medals. The second Platinum medal awarded to 100% Cabernet Sauvignon received Argentina with Bemberg Estate Wines, La Linterna Parcela 19 Las Mercedes Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 from Cafayate, Salta. The judges described it as ‘softly evolved and remarkable.’
Gold medal were also awarded to Italy, Croatia and Serbia, highlighting the variety’s versatility and adaptability in different climates.
To celebrate International Cabernet Sauvignon Day, we
