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California Winemaker's Red Blend
California, USA
I can taste the berries, and it's got a nice finish. Definitely buy again!
I can taste the berries, and it's got a nice finish. Definitely buy again!
Jan 18th, 2017This California blended red really surprised me with a lot of flavor coming from what appears to be a light to medium bodied wine.
First taste reminded me of some of my favorites with subtle aged oak up front and a muted cassis finish. I was disappointed that it did not sustain that same profile but, probably due to the lighter body, yielded to floral and delicious spice notes.
Overall this one is a keeper for me, especially for serving to an unknown guest whose palate may not go for the chewy earthen wines I prefer. It carries some of those same qualities in lighter and softer tones.
I think the sweetness is well balanced allowing it to pair well across a wide range of foods. It also has a rich and clear ruby color that would certainly brighten any table.
This California blended red really surprised me with a lot of flavor coming from what appears to be a light to medium bodied wine.
First taste reminded me of some of my favorites with subtle aged oak up front and a muted cassis finish. I was disappointed that it did not sustain that same profile but, probably due to the lighter body, yielded to floral and delicious spice notes.
Overall this one is a keeper for me, especially for serving to an unknown guest whose palate may not go for the chewy earthen wines I prefer. It carries some of those same qualities in lighter and softer tones.
I think the sweetness is well balanced allowing it to pair well across a wide range of foods. It also has a rich and clear ruby color that would certainly brighten any table.
