Wine and steak

[socialdrinker]

I need help. I really don't know wine and don't drink it often but I want to buy a nice bottle for a friend who does. He loves to cook and his favorite meal is a medium rare steak. These are the things he says about wine he likes: "dry, oaky, rich, and having substance". It's a going away present and I would really like to surprise him with something good he would enjoy. Any suggestions?

[Kcwhippet]

Nothing goes better with a nice big, unadorned steak than a Cabernet Sauvignon. There are many, many really good ones in all price ranges at your local wine shop.

[Innkeeper]

Be sure to tell the retailer that the wine must be ready for immediate consumption. Many cabernets need to be aged from one to ten years after purchase.