Cabernet Sauvignon is a full-bodied red wine with dark fruit flavors and savory tastes from black pepper to bell pepper. The flavors can vary depending on where the grapes are grown and the specific winemaking process, but in general, Cabernet Sauvignon has dark fruit flavors of blackcurrant (cassis), black cherry, blackberry with notes of green bell pepper, spice, tobacco, wood, and vanilla (from aging in oak barrels). Cabernet Sauvignon from Bordeaux tastes more like the herbal/floral flavors of graphite, violets, and tobacco than fruit. Cabernet Sauvignon from New World countries is often a touch fruitier than their Old World cousins, with flavors of black cherry, licorice, and black pepper all wrapped together with a dash of vanilla. Cabernet Sauvignon is usually dry and tends to be full-bodied with medium-to-high tannins and palpable acidity. The robust flavor and rich tannin content in Cabernet Sauvignon make it a perfect partner for nearly all grilled meats, peppery sauces, and richly flavored dishes.