A romantic dinner is not complete without a good quality red wine such as Cabernet Sauvignon. Being one of the most popular red wines in Australia, Cabernet Sauvignon features unique notes and aromas, ideal for heavy and fatty foods. What makes Australian Cabernet Sauvignon so special is its medium acidity and earthy flavour, that goes perfectly with high-calorie foods. Compared with California Cabernet, Australian Cabernet Sauvignon is far more fruity and easy to drink. The blackberry, cherry and currant notes make Australian Cabernet Sauvignon an ideal match with beef and lamb. Here are some unique food ideas you can pair the best Cabernet Sauvignon wine with.
Meats and Fish – The first thing that you need to have in mind when pairing foods with wine, is your own personal preferences. So if you love drinking Australian Cabernet Sauvignon and eating meat or fish, then you have got yourself a perfect match. If you want to enhance the flavors of the roasted meats, beef stews, swordfish, tuna and lamb, then this is the right moment to use your favorite Australian Cabernet Sauvignon.
Cheese and Nuts – Whenever you go to a wine tasting event, you notice cheese and nuts on the table. This is because these foods truly enhance the bouquet of the wine. Since Australian Cabernet Sauvignon has strong flavorus, it is best paired with different types of aged cheeses, including Cheddar, as they have intense flavours as well.
Fruits and Vegetables – As we already mentioned, Australian Cabernet Sauvignon features fruity blackberry and cherry notes, therefore it matches perfectly with black cherries and plums. Also, due to its high acidity and tannins, Australian Cabernet Sauvegnon goes quite well with tomatoes, broccoli, dark greens and black olives.
Sauces – Usually the best Cabernet Sauvignon wines tend to be dry and rich, therefore ideal to be served with various heavy sauces. If you love combining your favorite Australian Cabernet Sauvignon with meat, why not change it a little bit and add a nicely prepared sauce to give the dish a specific flavour. Spice your match with a delicious bolognese, red or brown sauce.
Desserts – If you don’t enjoy drinking wine with the main dish, enjoy a glass of your favourite Australian Cabernet Sauvignon wine with a nice dessert. You will be surprised by the divine blend of fruity Australian Cabernet Sauvignon wine and a hard-to-resist desserts. It’s up to you to choose whether you like to match your best Cabernet Sauvignon with either berries in dark chocolate, gelato or a nice cup of espresso.