- Last updated on February 15, 2023
Welcome! This is our Austin Hope Cabernet Sauvignon review.
Step into the world of luxurious California winemaking with Austin Hope Cabernet Sauvignon.
Made with grapes from the Paso Robles appellation, this wine is a testament to the exceptional terroir of the region.
The Austin Hope family has been making wine in Paso Robles for decades, and their experience and dedication to quality shine through in every bottle.
Find below our Austin Hope Cabernet Sauvignon review along with our food pairings recommendations, serving tips, curiosity, and where you can buy it.
Let’s begin!
Our Austin Hope Cabernet Sauvignon Review
- Brand: Hope
- Grape Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
- Region:United States, Paso Robles
- Tasting Notes: Blackcherry fruit & Spice notes
- Glass & Serving: Bordeaux / 59-64 °F (15-18 °C) / Decant ~1hr
- Storage: Up to 10 years
- Price Range: ~$50-$60
- Bottle Size: 750 ml
Austin Hope Cabernet Sauvignon review: What's its color?
Austin Hope Cabernet Sauvignon wine has a deep and dark ruby color with fat slow falling legs.
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Austin Hope Cabernet Sauvignon review: What are the flavors?
Austin Hope Cabernet Sauvignon is entirely made from Cabernet Sauvignon grapes and aged in French oak barrels.
On the nose, is both rich and complex with primary aromas of dark fruit, including blackberry, plum, and currant, are complemented by secondary notes of vanilla, cinnamon, and a hint of smoke.
The oak aging also lends the wine a subtle but distinctive aroma of cedar.
On the palate, has a full-bodied flavor profile that is both rich and intense.
The dark fruit notes are complemented by hints of vanilla, spice, and dark chocolate, creating a complex and layered taste.
The wine’s tannins are firm but not overpowering, providing a solid structure that will stand up to aging
Is Austin Hope Cabernet Sauvignon wine sweet?
No, it’s not sweet. Austin Hope Cabernet Sauvignon wine is a dry wine.
Dry wine contains less than 15 g/L.
Learn more about wine sweetness level here.
Austin Hope Cabernet Sauvignon review: Which food pairs well with it?
The full-bodied flavor profile of the Austin Hope Cabernet Sauvignon makes it an excellent pairing for a wide variety of dishes.
Consider pairing it with a juicy steak, grilled lamb, or a rich and flavorful beef stew.
For a vegetarian option, pair it with a hearty mushroom risotto or grilled eggplant with a balsamic glaze.
Cheese wise, try it with a rich and savory blue cheese or a nutty Parmigiano-Reggiano. The full-bodied nature of this wine also pairs well with dark chocolate.
Austin Hope Cabernet Sauvignon review: What's its alcohol content?
Austin Hope Cabernet Sauvignon wine’s alcohol content is 15%.
In case you wonder about alcohol content or more precisely Alcohol By Volume, i.e. ABV, measure the alcoholic strength of a drink.
There is a direct relationship between the sugar left in the wine after the alcoholic fermentation has taken place, i.e. Residual Sugar or RS, and ABV.
During alcoholic fermentation, the yeast transforms the sugar in the grape juice into alcohol.
Grapes with high residual sugar will therefore produce dry wine with a high ABV.
How many calories are in a glass of Austin Hope Cabernet Sauvignon wine?
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture [1] a 5-ounce glass will contain about 120 to 130 calories.
Alcohol contains 7 calories per gram. So a wine with high ABV will have higher calories per glass than wine with low ABV.
Furthermore, sugar contributes to the calorie count.
A dry wine will usually have 4 calories per gram vs a sweet wine that will have around 20 calories per gram of carbs, which include sugar.
What is Hope Family Wines?
Here is an extract from the Hope Family Wines website:
“The Hope family has been farming in Paso Robles for more than 30 years.
When they arrived in this barely-discovered region, they planted apples and grapes.
Little did they know that the rolling, oak-studded terrain of Paso Robles would one day become a viticultural terroir of significance and one of the top winegrowing regions for quality red wine within the Central Coast.”
Conclusion
Experience the bold and complex flavors of Paso Robles, Central Coast, with the Austin Hope Cabernet Sauvignon.
This full-bodied wine is a true testament to the quality of the region’s winemaking, with a rich and complex aroma profile and a smooth, long-lasting finish.
Indulge in the luxury of this wine, and add it to your collection today.
Once you had it, we’d love to know your opinion, so reach out and let’s know what you think! Enjoy!
