Cabernet refers to cabernet sauvignon red wine. This is a widely popular red-wine grape that is grown throughout the world, although it originated in the Bordeaux region of France. The grape is deep red and the resulting wine is often described as dark and intense.
Identification
The cabernet sauvignon grape is a cross between the cabernet franc and sauvignon blanc grapes. Its popularity is partially due to its hardiness. The cabernet sauvignon grape has thick skin and the vine is resistant to rot and frost. This is why it can be grown in many areas in Europe and North America.
Nutrition Information
A bottle of red wine is 750 ml, although 1-liter bottles are also available. The standard pour for red wine is 5 oz. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Nutrient Database, a 5-oz. serving of cabernet sauvignon red wine has 122 calories. It does not contain any fat, and has less than 1 g of protein per serving. There are 3 g of carbohydrates and 15 g of alcohol in a 5-oz. glass of cabernet sauvignon.
Effects
The calories in one glass of cabernet sauvignon wine are empty calories -- calories that offer no real nutritional value, such as dietary fiber or vitamins. However, red wine may have some heart benefits if you drink it in moderation. The Mayo Clinic recommends drinking no more than 14 glasses per week for men and no more than seven drinks per week for women.
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