Bottega Cabernet Sauvignon Trevenezie 75cl

This is Cabernet Sauvignon in a very drinkable, weeknight-friendly Italian red wine mood, juicy dark fruit up front, then a firmer, grippy finish that keeps things interesting.

• Appearance: Deep ruby with purple hints, looks rich in the glass and leaves slow legs.
• Nose: Blackcurrant, sour cherry, dried herbs, a touch of green pepper, plus a light cedar note.
• Taste: Ripe blackberry and cassis first, then plum skin, cocoa dust, and a savoury edge, with bright acidity that keeps it fresh.
• Body: Medium to medium-full, solid structure without feeling heavy.
• Finish: Dry, tannins linger with a twist of spice and dark fruit.

Why it deserves shelf space, it hits that sweet spot between “easy to pour” and “worth paying attention to.” Cabernet Sauvignon can sometimes go full muscle and forget to be fun, but Tre Venezie’s cooler influences help keep the fruit focused and the acidity awake. The result is a red you can sip casually, but it still has that Cabernet grip that plays nicely with food.

You’ll notice the classic Cabernet calling cards, cassis, herbs, a little peppery bite, but it’s not trying to be a blockbuster Napa impersonation. It’s more about balance, bright fruit, tidy structure, and a clean, dry finish. If you’re building your home wine line-up and want a reliable Italian Cabernet Sauvignon that tastes like Cabernet Sauvignon, this is a smart grab.

It’s also a great “two crowds” bottle. People who like fruit-forward reds get their dark berry hit. People who like drier, more structured wines get the tannins and savoury notes. No wine PhD required.

Fun Fact: Bottega started out as a family-run grappa and distilling house in Veneto, then brought that same precision into wine, so even their everyday reds tend to feel clean, focused, and deliberately made.