Cabernet Sauvignon
Red · Full · Dry
The benchmark for full-bodied red — structured, age-worthy, unapologetic. Black currant, graphite, and tobacco lead into firm tannins that demand protein on the plate. Decant young bottles; cellar the serious ones.
Why it works with Steamed Clams With Chorizo
Cabernet Sauvignon's weight matches Steamed Clams With Chorizo's heft; the tannins keep the palate clean between bites.