Today on the “VinePair Podcast,” Adam, Joanna, and Zach take stock of Cabernet Sauvignon. Is the red grape variety actually going through a bit of an identity crisis, or is it still a red wine behemoth? Can producers and regions that built their successes on the backs of a bold, assertive style actually pivot to more restrained, lighter Cabernet expressions?
Zach is reading: The 25 Best Scotch Whiskies for 2026
Joanna is reading: VinePair’s 2026 Next Wave Award Finalists
Adam is reading: Parker’s Heritage Is One of the Most Compelling Lines in Whiskey. What’s Next for the Label?