Light vs. Dark Reds Not a particularly helpful designation as color in red wines can mean little. The assumption is that the darker the color the denser and more tannic the wine, but it’s not true.

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Bolgheri is a premier wine producing region in Tuscany, known for its cultivation of international grape varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, and is home to the famous 'Super Tuscans' ...

Still, blending with other grapes comes with risks. For a U.S. wine to be labeled cabernet, a bottle must contain 75% cabernet grapes or more. Any less, and it's considered a red blend.

At Hermann Wiemer, Cabernet Franc is planted on about 600 acres, more than any other red vinifera grape. It’s a perfect grape for the frequently cold and wet climate in the Finger Lakes, Bynke said.

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Still, blending with other grapes comes with risks. For a U.S. wine to be labeled cabernet, a bottle must contain 75% cabernet grapes or more. Any less, and it's considered a red blend.