Article content Father’s Day celebrations never quite measure up to Mother’s Day, but most men are good with that summation. Research suggests that dads don’t want anything; interestingly, many believe their kids shouldn’t be spending money on them. A 2023 Canadian shopping survey revealed that nearly 64 per cent of Canadians make Father’s Day purchases, and 50 per cent of them will spend $50 or more on food, alcohol, candies, and eating out.
While spending on Father’s Day is on the rise, it remains well behind what is spent on Mother’s Day, which makes a lot of sense to this father. But let’s talk about the gift of alcohol. I wonder if wine is still the go-to purchase.
It may be Rosé weather or Brosé in some circles, but I’m betting a fine bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon will settle the day. Cabernet Sauvignon is not just any wine. It’s responsible for some of the most robust and richest red wines on the planet and, from what I have observed over time, it attracts men in a way streetlights attract moths.
In the past, Bordeaux was the epitome of Cabernet Sauvignon wines. However, the rest of the wine world has risen to the challenge, harnessing the grape’s adaptability to new sites and climates. If you’re in search of ready-to-drink Cabernet, fear not.
The days of bottle aging and waiting for the once-famous dry, blocky, chewy tannins are fading. Today, you can find a wide range of Cabernet Sauvignon wines that are accessible, enjoyable, and perfect f.
