Gnarly Head Authentic Red is a blended red wine with zinfandel, Syrah and merlot grapes and a simple splash of malbec. The main thrust of this blended wine is black cherry with raspberry playing a major supporting role. These bold flavors are backed up by layers of spices like vanilla and sage. This is a
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Mark West Pinot Noir 2012
This is a dry red with aroma and flavors of black and red cherry. Complex hints of spices and oak are apparent deep in this Pinot Noir. This is a very approachable and drinkable wine that will pair well with all manner of dishes from Cheeseburgers and grilled salmon to a turkey dinner with all
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Noble Vines 242 2013 Sauvignon Blanc
This is a nice crisp, clean and Sauvignon Blanc. Presenting fruity aromas of peach, melon, lemon grass give this mid palate wine a bright acidity. Hints of lemon and passion fruit with a touch of guava give this medium bodied Sauvignon Blanc it’s crisp taste and clean mouth feel. This wine would pair well with
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Stone Cellars California Merlot
This Merlot is just OK. There is really no aroma to the wine other than the smell of wine. The Merlot has a balanced taste that is neither sweet nor dry. I got this bottle as an arrival gift for checking in to a hotel, so for free it isn’t bad. This is a Beringer
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Nobel Vines Pinot Noir 667
$15 to $18 dollars a bottle for 750ml This 2012 vintage from the Monterey California area has an appealing aroma of black cherry and vanilla. The 667 is a smooth full bodied red wine that would pair well salmon, beef stews or soft cheeses. Deep tannins and even acidity bring out the core flavors of
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Red Rock Merlot 2012
Hints of oak and cherry are the highlights of this dry Merlot. While some have tasted other berries such as boysenberry, I mainly got Cherry and oak flavors. This wine is medium bodied, slightly acidic and juicy. The flavor profile is a ripe black cherry with some integrated oak. The finish is dry and its
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