VILLALOBOS 'COSTINO' CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2021, Chile

Opened this with some BBQ ribs last weekend and the vibrant acidity cut right through the smoky sauce perfectly. The earthy red berry notes came through strong, making every sip feel rustic and satisfying.

The firm tannins really hold up well against a steak sandwich, just as described. The black plum and blueberry fruit give it a nice richness without being too heavy.

This cabernet hits all the right notes for a weeknight red—the black plum and blueberry fruit are forward without being jammy, and that vibrant acidity really cuts through the fat on a steak sandwich. I opened it with some BBQ ribs and it was a perfect match, the tannins firm enough to hold up but n