SCORE :
82
Price:
₹ 2,500/- (KA)
VALUE FOR Price:
★★
KRSMA Cabernet Sauvignon is the flagship red of KRSMA Estates, crafted from grapes grown on the iron rich schist soils of the Hampi Hills in Karnataka. It reflects the winery’s commitment to precision and terroir. Since its first vintage, this wine has earned international recognition and established itself as one of India’s benchmark Cabernet Sauvignons, showcasing the remarkable potential of Indian fine wine.
Vintage:
2020 (6 years old at tasting)
Alcohol Content:
13.27%
Type:
Red
Varietal:
100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Region:
Hampi, Karnataka
Visual Review
The first impression already feels like an occasion. The deep ruby colour is rich and almost impenetrable, giving the glass a dramatic presence that leaves little room for subtlety. It looks exactly how a serious Cabernet Sauvignon should look, dense, confident and impossible to ignore. Then there is the bottle itself, which arrives with enough weight to qualify as gym equipment. Thankfully it is sealed with a real cork, still a pleasant rarity in India, so make sure a corkscrew is within reach before you start admiring it for too long.
Aroma Review
The aromas waste no time making themselves known. Waves of cassis, blackberry and black cherry build layer after layer, creating a nose that keeps unfolding with every swirl. The oak is impossible to miss, adding spice, toast and structure, although it occasionally pushes itself a little too enthusiastically into the conversation. Even so, everything feels polished and beautifully integrated, making each return to the glass reveal another small detail.
Taste Review
On the palate, this is a full bodied, unapologetically dry Cabernet that delivers impressive concentration without becoming exhausting. The acidity stays comfortably in the background while medium tannins provide grip without rough edges. The oak again makes a bold statement and could have shown a touch more restraint, but the remarkable balance between fruit, structure and length keeps everything firmly on course. It is a wine that invites slow drinking and rewards patience rather than rushing to the next glass.
This bottle confidently evokes the style of a solid Bordeaux, except one that would probably cost far less in a French supermarket than many people expect from wines carrying that reputation. It also has enough structure to evolve nicely over the coming years if you can resist opening it immediately. This is an outstanding Indian Cabernet Sauvignon that proves ambition, craftsmanship and genuine character can comfortably share the same bottle.
Availability:
Any wineshop
Food Pairing :
- Grilled ribeye steak, Beef tenderloin, Lamb chops, Roast leg of lamb, Venison, Grilled pork chops, Duck breast, Beef short ribs
- Beef bourguignon, Lamb shanks, Osso buco, Moussaka, Shepherd’s pie, Coq au vin, Slow cooked beef stew
- Tandoori lamb chops, Rogan josh, Laal maas, Mutton seekh kebab, Kakori kebab, Galouti kebab, Nalli nihari, Bhuna gosht
- Paneer tikka, Stuffed mushrooms, Grilled portobello mushrooms, Mushroom stroganoff, Eggplant parmigiana, Ratatouille
- Aged Cheddar, Gouda, Gruyère, Comté, Manchego, Parmigiano Reggiano
- Wild mushroom risotto, Truffle pasta, Tagliatelle with porcini mushrooms, Pappardelle with slow cooked ragù, Lasagne al forno
- Dark chocolate tart, Flourless chocolate cake, Chocolate truffles, Black forest cake
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