What are some characteristics of Old World versus New World Cabernet Sauvignon wines?

The primary flavors of Cabernet Sauvignon wines are blackcurrant, black cherry, and plum that are accompanied with secondary notes cedar, tobacco, and vanilla. As such, the wines are usually characterized by a strong backbone with grip tannins and full bodied, adding to their age worthiness and complexity. The combination of fruit, oak, and tannins is the reason why the Cabernet Sauvignon grape is loved by people of the world.