red wine
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Log Haven Swan Song 2020
Swan Song 2020 comes from Santa Barbara County and is a gorgeous red wine blend of 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Cabernet France, and 3% Petit Verdot.
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A Beautiful Tuscan Red Wine
Le Volte dell’Ornellaia 2019 is a beautiful Tuscan red wine. It is versatile enough with good acidity and is perfect for Thanksgiving dinner.
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Li Veli Passamante Salice Salentino
Last week I enjoyed a very tasty and affordable red wine from Italy alongside a wood-fired Napolitan-style Margherita pizza. It was Masseria Li Veli Passamante Salice Salentino DOC and it…
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A Father’s Day Cabernet
Mount Veeder Winery Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 would be a slam-dunk at a Father’s Day BBQ featuring grilled meats.
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An Outstanding Under-$20 Pinot Noir
Head High Sonoma Pinot Noir would be a slam-dunk to open and enjoy during Memorial Day barbecues with grilled meats, burgers and such.
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Bonterra 2020 Young Red
Slightly chilled Bonterra 2020 Young Red would make a perfect partner for picnics, barbecues, Memorial Day celebrations, and for sipping on the summer patio. And yes, it’s a slam-dunk with…
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Mer Soleil Reserve Pinot Noir 2017
Mer Soleil Reserve Pinot Noir 2017 with its dark fruit aromas is a perfect red wine to pair with your favorite duck and mushroom dishes.
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RICKSHAW Pinot Noir
For a mere $12.95, RICKSHAW Pinot Noir 2019 is a damned good bang for the buck with dark, rich black cherry flavors dominating this fairly delicate, medium-bodied Pinot, with vanilla…
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Bonanza California Cabernet Sauvignon
Bonanza Cabernet Sauvignon is an affordable and versatile multi-vintage red blend to enjoy with pizza, burgers, grilled meats, and meat tacos.
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Saldo 2018 California Zinfandel
If you’re looking for a versatile, delightful wine to serve on Thanksgiving – or any other time, for that matter – I would strongly consider Saldo 2018 California Zinfandel ($31.99),…
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Vivanco Crianza 2016
Vivanco Crianza 2016 bright red color in the glass gives way to spicy, smoky aromas of fresh red fruit. On the tongue, this young wine is fresh and fruity with…
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Malbec Based Red Wine: Piattelli Trinita Grand Reserve
Piattelli Trinita Grand Reserve is a delicious wine with moderate tannins that I think of as a “baby Bordeaux.” There’s lots of black fruit and cherry flavors, along with some…
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Adobe Road Winery Redline
One of the more interesting wine bottles to come across my desk this past year is called Redline, a red wine blend from California’s Adobe Road Winery.
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Figuière Famille Combard Le Saint André
Figuière Famille Combard Le Saint André is a spot-on red wine for outdoor barbecues. It’s a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Cinsault and Grenache with garnet and violet coloring. Cherry…
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Affordable Italian Sangiovese from CAPARZO, Perfect Pairing for Pasta with Red Sauce
I recently came across a really good, very affordable Italian Sangiovese from CAPARZO that was a perfect pairing for pappardelle with Sunday gravy.
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All Occasions Zinfandel: Artezin Old Vine Zinfandel Mendocino
As we grow near the end of barbecue and grilling season, I’m recommending an affordable, wonderful wine that’s great with grilled food but would also be a welcome guest at…