Rich full bodied with moderate acidity, dark fruit with firm grippy tannins.

• A. Merlot
• B. Cabernet Sauvignon
• C. Zinfandel
• D. Malbec

Answer: (B)

Cabernet Sauvignon typically delivers a rich, full-bodied profile with moderate acidity and dark fruit flavors like blackcurrant, paired with firm, grippy tannins. That combination is a hallmark of this variety: the mouthfeel feels substantial and weighty (full body), the acidity is enough to keep the wine from feeling flat (moderate), the fruit leans to deep, dark tones, and the tannins are noticeable and sturdy, giving structure and aging potential. Merlot tends to be softer in tannins with a smoother, plush feel; Zinfandel can be very rich and fruit-forward with higher alcohol and sometimes jammy notes, but not as consistently firm tannins; Malbec can also be bold, but its tannins are often less aggressively gripping than Cabernet’s. So the description best matches Cabernet Sauvignon.