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May 2020 - US Red Blends, Zinfandel, Italian & Spanish Varietals

May 2020 - US Red Blends, Zinfandel, Italian & Spanish Varietals
This month's Wine feature is US Red Blends, Zinfandel, Italian & Spanish Varietals Wines

US Red Blends, Zinfandel, Italian & Spanish Varietals Reviews

Cedar Mountain 2017 Sblendorio Vineyard Reserve Primitivo
93 points
$35
A mature yet bright new-world Primitivo that will certainly complement a rich meal.
Jarvis 2016 Will Jarvis Science Project Red Blend
93 points
$190
A mouthwatering Cabernet Franc with skillful balance; pair away.
Maddalena 2018  Zinfandel
92 points
$25
A zesty and vibrant Paso Zin; dry for the table.
Dobson Family Wines 2016 Taurid Red Blend Napa Valley
92 points
$30
Bold tannins and restrained fruit set this wine up for the long haul; finely tuned harmonious flavors that should blossom with time.
Frog’s Tooth 2016 Serendipity Red Blend Sierra Foothills
92 points
$36
A bold and vibrant red that will pair like a dream; an elegant crowdpleaser.
Frog’s Tooth 2017 Serendipity Red Blend Sierra Foothills
92 points
$36
A juicy red to serve with a slight chill.
McIlroy 2018 Watson Vineyard Old Vine Zinfandel Dry Creek Valley
92 points
$40
A pure and generous summer-weather Zinfandel.
Opaque 2017  Zinfandel
92 points
$40
A rich and satisfying Zinfandel that pleases with creamy oak.
Opaque 2017 Darkness Zinfandel
92 points
$40
A juicy, very food-friendly zin that can complement a ribeye.
Dueling Pistols 2016 Red Blend Paso Robles
92 points
$49.99
A bold red with steak-worthy tannins and luxurious flavors; drink now.
92 points $49.99
Lobo 2017 Wulff Vineyards "Howl" Oak Knoll District, Napa Valley
92 points
$70
A finely constructed Napa red for great meaty meals.
Big Max 2017 Red Blend California
91 points
$24.99
A fruity, oaky crowd-pleaser.
91 points $24.99
Dragon’s Tooth 2017  Oak Knoll District, Napa Valley
91 points
$65
A plush, smoky red that is a natural with Barbecue; powerfully fruity and oaky.
Stephen Vincent 2018 Crimson Red Blend Zinfandel
90 points
$14.99
Best Buy
An outgoing red blend with a bold personality.
90 points $14.99 Best Buy
1000 Stories 2017 Bourbon Barrel-Aged Zinfandel
89 points
$19
A juicy, jammy zin that hits the spot.
Oak Farm Vineyards 2019  Fiano
89 points
$26
Don't let the mild aromas fool you, this crisp and refreshing white blooms with minerality and a pretty floral finish; ideal for seafood al fresco.
Oak Farm Vineyards 2018  Sangiovese
89 points
$35
A flashy, new world Sangiovese expression that's sure to please lovers of bold, fruity California wines.
VARA 2018  Albarino
88 points
$27
An atypically rich albariño with uncharacteristic but appealing notes of molasses and toast; unique and shareable.
VARA 2017  Tempranillo
88 points
$39
A tasty new world Tempranillo with good varietal character.
Paradise Ridge 2015 The Posse Red Blend Russian River Valley
88 points
$54
A spicy, fruit bomb that covers a lot of bases.
Pend d’Oreille 2018  Albarino
87 points
$19
A very light and silky albariño for ethereal pairings.
Frog’s Tooth 2017 Red Blend Sierra Foothills
87 points
$36
A mature, table-ready red blend.
Frey 2016 Organic Sangiovese
86 points
$15
Best Buy
A one-of-a-kind Sangiovese with interesting nutty character and true-to-life fruit flavors.
86 points $15 Best Buy
Oak Farm Vineyards 2018  Primitivo
86 points
$35
A savory, earthy new world Primitivo for rustic Italian fare or cigar pairings
Dueling Pistols 2016 Red Blend Dry Creek Valley
86 points
$49.99
A rich and savory red for the table.
86 points $49.99
Paradise Ridge 2016 The Confessor Red Blend Rockpile
86 points
$60
A food-friendly, chewy red for winter fare.
Oak Farm Vineyards 2019  Albarino
85 points
$19
A food-friendly albariño.
Big Red Monster 2017, 2018, 2019  Paso Robles
85 points
$19.99
A bold and juicy red blend with lively spice notes.
85 points $19.99
Frey 2016 Organic Dolcetto
84 points
$15
A carefree take on Italy's little sweet one; fruity and pairable.
Frey 2018 Biodynamic Tempranillo
84 points
$16.50
A funky new world tempranillo for the table.
84 points $16.50
Frey 2018 Organic Charbono
84 points
$18
Dried fruit and nuts take center in this atypical charbono.
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