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Middle Sister Merlot

December 27, 2014June 8, 2017 Charles Prevatte

This wine is a blend of Merlot and malbec grapes. The aroma of vanilla and raspberries are the first things you notice about the wine as you swirl it in the glass. As for the taste this blended Merlot starts with fresh berries, raspberries and strawberries. Those lead into a finish of coco crossing the

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Gnarly Head Authentic Red 2012

December 22, 2014June 8, 2017 Charles Prevatte

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

December 17, 2014June 8, 2017 Charles Prevatte

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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Stone Cellars California Merlot

December 15, 2014June 8, 2017 Charles Prevatte

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

December 10, 2014June 8, 2017 Charles Prevatte

$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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Decopas Malbec 2013

November 18, 2014June 8, 2017 Charles Prevatte

A vibrant red with violet tones. Ripe red fruit enhanced by a spicy bit of black pepper in the aroma and onto the palate of this willowy medium-bodied red. Soft tannins support the palate on its way to delivering a smooth and complete finish. Harvested in March, the grapes are cold macerated prior to fermentation

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Red Rock Merlot 2012

November 14, 2014June 8, 2017 Charles Prevatte

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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