Purple highlights in the glass give away the varietal. There is blackberry and a stealthy invasion of funky earth on the nose, just enough to
Category: Budget Wines
Budget Wine: Fetzer Valley Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon 2012
In today’s world of competent industrial winemaking, when you raid the bottom shelf at the supermarket looking for gems you run into lots of ordinary.
Budget Wine: RR Rare Red 4 Grape Blend NV California
An innovative blend of Sangiovese, Merlot, Zinfandel and Primativo by Scotto Cellars. Juicy, juicy, juicy black cherry, slightly candied, with fresh loam and cocoa, a
Budget Wine: Trader Joe’s Coastal Cabernet Sauvignon Central Coast 2013
When I pick up a wine for $5 I always expect the worst and I’m seldom disappointed. There is something to be said for not
Budget Wine: Drytown Cellars Red on Red NV Amador County
Chocoholics will like this. A seam of chocolaty essence wanders through the nose and palate melding nicely with blueberry and spice, though with a whiff
Budget Wine: Mad Housewife Cellars Merlot NV California
I like to visit the Mad Housewife on occasion just to see what she’s up to. Mad housewives can be entertaining as long as you
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