Effect of light-selective sunshade net on the quality and aromatic characteristics of Cabernet Sauvignon grapes and wine: Exploratory experiment on strong solar irradiance in northwestern China

•Effect of light-selective net on the quality and aromas were studied.•Total radiation was obviously decreased.•Sugar contents were decreased while the acid contents were increased.•Most of the phenolic and aromatic substances contents were increased.•Light-selective sunshade nets could probably improve the grape and wine quality.