Ruby Trust Cellars

The Smuggler Western Slope Red Blend

9.36 ratings

9.32 pro ratings

Grand Valley, Colorado, USA

Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Sauvignon

Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy, Exotic Spices, Baking Spices, Hard Cheese, Blue Cheese, Pungent Cheese, Herbs, Salami & Prosciutto, Soft Cheese, Chicken, Turkey, Duck, Onion, Beans & Peas

Top Notes For

Chad Moroni

9.5

Love this wine, just wish I had more.

1 person found it helpfulSep 16th, 2013

Kim Kolb

9.0

2011 Smuggler, 48% CabFranc,37% Petite Verdot,15% Cabernet. Cab Franc shines through on this red blend. The wine is super ink and rich in color. Notes of dark lush black cherries. A little leathery as well. Nice rich cherries I the palate. A super lush, thick mouth feel. Alcohol 15.3%, so it comes in a little hot. Highly recommend this Colorado winery.

Aug 27th, 2016