Posts Tagged ‘virginia red wine’
Varietal: Blended Red Table Wine – Chambourcin (55%), Cabernet Franc (15%), Pinot Noir (15%), DeChaunac (15%)
Region: Virginia – USA
Cost: $10
Tart, slightly fruit forward on the front end, with a peppery finish. A lot of alochol on the nose (though only 13% by volume). Very much in the style of an Italian red.
Recommendation: I really like this wine, and it’s perfect as a red table wine. There’s nothing fancy or elaborate about it, but it’s great with pasta or pizza given the dry, peppery finish to it. This wine is great for those looking for a red table wine that they can also cook with when making red sauces, and for the price you can afford to cook with it without feeling guilty about it. Perfect for those looking for a good red table wine to enjoy with a meal, but you might want to avoid this wine if you’re looking for something to enjoy by itself.
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Region: Virginia – USA
Cost: $14.99
Dark red coloring, with flavors of berry and chocolate, this Cabernet Sauvignon carries great tannins that some may find overpowering, but that will be a great compliment to juicy red meat or a sauce-heavy pasta dish. Good for sipping by itself, but better paired with food thanks to the dryness of the wine.
Recommendation: Certainly worth picking up if you’re looking for a Virginia Cabernet Sauvignon that is more in the European style than that of California. Strong tannins may be too much for those that aren’t a fan of dry wines, but those that are will find it quite enjoyable.
