Cabernet Gernischt is a red grape variety, and it traces back to Ningxia, China.
Structurally it lands at medium-full body, medium tannin, medium acidity, dry and medium alcohol.
Look for red fruits, green bell pepper, spice, earthy, herbaceous and black pepper.
The regions that matter for it are Ningxia and Shandong.
In the vineyard it is marked by mid ripening, medium vigour and a preference for warm.
It blends readily with Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc.
Watch for the synonyms: Cabernet Gemischt, Cabernet Shelongzhu and Jiebaina.
At the table it suits pepper steak flambéed with cognac, stir-fried beef with red pepper and deep-dish pizza.
The structure.
Where it grows.
Blends well with.
Food pairings.
Also labelled.
Cabernet Gemischt, Cabernet Shelongzhu, Jiebaina.
Bottles to look for.
- Changyu Superior Cabernet, Shandong, China
- Xige Estate Jade Dove Single Vineyard Cabernet Gernischt, Ningxia, China
Cabernet Gernischt: common questions
01.What does Cabernet Gernischt taste like?+
02.Where is Cabernet Gernischt from?+
03.Where is Cabernet Gernischt grown?+
04.What food pairs with Cabernet Gernischt?+
05.What else is Cabernet Gernischt called?+
Keep going: the A to Z grape index, or the wine regions of China.