Cabernet Sauvignon vs Carmenère
Les Cépages
Cabernet Sauvignon
Red cépage
Cabernet Sauvignon — world's most widely planted red grape, native to Bordeaux. Full-bodied, tannic wines with blackcurrant, cedar, and spice notes.
Carmenère
Red cépage
Carménère — historic Bordeaux variety now Chile's signature red grape. Produces wines with dark cherry, green pepper, and spice character.