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California Winemaker's Red Blend

8.56 ratings
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California, USA
Red Blend
Game, Baking Spices, Duck, Goose, Potato, Chili & Hot Spicy, White Rice, Exotic Spices, Pasta, Herbs, Beans & Peas, Onion, Chicken, Pork, Venison, Salami & Prosciutto, Pungent Cheese, Soft Cheese, Mushrooms, Tomato-Based, Turkey, Veal, Hard Cheese
Top Notes For
Dana Hall

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, 2017
Larry Patterson

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.

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.

Nov 8th, 2016
Mike V
8.6

Mike had this 9 years ago

Mike had this 9 years ago

Apr 10th, 2016
michelle neises

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May 6th, 2015
Jake Sleva

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Apr 21st, 2015
Justin Thompson

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Apr 14th, 2015