A noble variety bestowed with both power and concentration, Cabernet Sauvignon enjoys success all over the globe. Inherently high in tannins and acidity, the best bottlings of Cabernet can age beautifully for decades. Cabernet Sauvignon flourishes in temperate climates likeBordeauxwhere it forms the base of theMedocreds. These blends are typically mostly Cabernet withMerlotand smaller amounts of some combination ofCabernet Franc,MalbecandPetit Verdot. (Enjoying a great deal of success in various regions around the world, this blend is now globally referred to as aBordeaux Blend.) Cabernet Sauvignon from theNapa Valleyis responsible for some of the worlds most prestigious, age-worthy and sought-after cult wines.