It is barbecue season, and sometimes it just seems that Cabernet is an essential component when it comes to that juicy steak or char-grilled burger. But it also sometimes seems that expensive Napa Cab isn’t the way to go on these informal occasions. That’s the time to turn to Elsa Cabernet. Lively and refreshing, this Argentine offering is a laid-back wine with a medium body and touches of earthiness and cedar, plus a slightly herbal element.
Elsa, San Rafael (Mendoza, Argentina) Cabernet Sauvignon 2008
By Marguerite Thomas