Cabernet Grape

AccordFRUITS, VEGETABLES & NUTSrich · fruity · aromatic
HeartPyramid
3/5Strength
—Tenacity
1Origins

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Specimen
Cabernet Grape perfume ingredient
Heart
Vitis vinifera
Fantasy/Concept
Definition

Dark-skinned, tannic, with bell pepper pyrazines and blackcurrant depth. The grape, not the wine.

GREEN FRUITY LEATHER WARM
CABERNET SAUVIGNON CABERNET FRANC
Type
Accord
Olfactive family
Fruity
Subfamily
Dark-red fruits
Cluster
Grape-wine notes
Source
fruit (food/wine use only, not extracted for perfumery)
Chemical class
fantasy note (accord)
Instruments
Pyramid
TTop
HHeart
BBase
3/5Strength
Medium
odour strength
Producing countries
France

Scent

Cabernet grape smells of ripe blackberry and dark cherry, with earthy undertones and a hint of green bell pepper that adds complexity.

Scent Evolution

As it develops, the fragrance reveals deeper notes, often with hints of plum and subtle spice. This layered profile makes it a useful perfumery material, rich yet clean.

Signature Accords

In aged compositions, the Cabernet grape's scent may develop nuances of leather and tobacco, recalling a wine cellar. As it develops, the scent grows warmer.

The Full Story

The Cabernet grape includes varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. Native to the Bordeaux region of France, it is widely grown for wine and thrives in diverse climates and soil types, producing grapes that yield wines of notable depth and character.

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Origin and Production

In perfumery, the Cabernet grape is associated with fine wine. Its juicy pulp and dark skins give a rich, berry-like scent that is captured to enhance fragrances.

Chemistry and Scent Profile

Cabernet grapes for fragrance extraction are harvested at peak ripeness, then processed to extract their aromatic qualities for use in perfumes and scented candles.

Role in Perfumery

Cabernet grapes are used in perfumery as a scent note, valued for the complexity of the wines they evoke.

Did You Know?

Cabernet grapes are used in winemaking and contain aromatic compounds used in fragrance formulations.

Did You Know?

Cabernet grapes are valued for winemaking and contain unique aromatic compounds that enhance their allure in fragrance formulations.

Extraction & Chemistry

Extraction method

No commercial grape essential oil or absolute exists for perfumery. The Cabernet grape note is a fantasy accord recreated using fruity-winey synthetic compounds.

Formula
Complex mixture (no single formula)
CAS
N/A — natural fruit, no single CAS
Botanical
Vitis vinifera
Appearance
Small dark blue-black berries with thick skin; in perfumery, a recreated vinous-fruity accord
Odour strength
Medium
Synonyms
CABERNET SAUVIGNON CABERNET FRANC
IFRA status
No restriction

No known restrictions

Physical properties
Note
N/A - conceptual note

In Perfumery

In perfumery, Cabernet grape is typically a heart note, providing a rich and fruity character that can anchor a fragrance.

Role in the formula
01signature note
02blender
03volume builder
04freshness
Available as
synthetic accord fantasy note

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