Ravenswood Vintner’s Blend Zinfandel
Posted on February 26, 2009 - Filed Under American Wine, California Wine, Medium Bodied Wines, Red Wine, wine advice, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $10, Wine's Under $20, zinfandel | Comments Off
Varietal: Zinfandel Region: United States – California Cost: $9 – $12 Aromas of cherry and black pepper lead into a taste of sour cherry, chocolate, and raspberry. A nice peppery finish with just a hint of alcohol at the end. Pairs well with red meat and pasta. Recommendation: This is, admitedly, one of the first red zinfandels [...]
First Colony Cabernet Franc Reserve
Posted on February 1, 2009 - Filed Under American Wine, Cabernet Franc, Medium Bodied Wines, Red Wine, Virginia Wine, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $20 | Comments Off
Varietal: Cabernet Franc Region: Virginia – USA Cost: $16.99 A blend of 76% cabernet franc, 16% touriga, and 8% tannat, this cabernet franc exhibits a subtle aroma with a hint of chocolate, with flavors of cherry, strawberry, and a slight effervescence that can be attributed to the strawberry jam flavors as much as anything. Pairs [...]
