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It is at once the nation’s heritage grape—a survivor of the Gold Rush era—and its most misunderstood varietal. For decades, the market was dominated by monolithic, high-octane bottlings, often jammy and over-extracted, designed to appeal to a palate that equated
However, not all Cabernet Sauvignons are vegan-friendly. Traditional winemaking often uses animal-derived fining agents like egg whites, gelatin, or casein (milk protein) to clarify the wine. Fortunately, an increasing number of wineries are adopting vegan practices, making it easier than
