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November 2020 - All Sweet Wine

November 2020 - All Sweet Wine
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Pedroncelli 2014 Four Grapes Vintage Port Dry Creek Valley
91 points
$28
Pedroncelli
2014 Four Grapes Vintage Port Dry Creek Valley
Black garnet color. Fruity aromas and flavors of raisins, dried apricot, cinnamon-sugar, coffee candies, nutmeg, blood orange, star anise, and toffee with a satiny, vibrant, sweet medium body and a warming, layered, long finish. A bright and balanced Port-style wine that is sure to please the after-dinner crowd.
91 points $28
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Grgich Hills 2018 Violetta Napa Valley
91 points
$85
Grgich Hills
2018 Violetta Napa Valley
Light gold color. Inviting aromas and flavors of apricots in syrup, floral honeycomb, tangerine zest, candied pineapple, and baklava with a silky, vibrant, sweet light body and a seamless, interesting, medium-long finish that presents accents of candied lemon peel, ginger, and hints of saffron with a suggestion of oak flavor. A rich and nicely layered Late Harvest wine from Napa.
91 points $85
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Barefoot Fruitscato NV Peach California
89 points
$9.99
Best Buy
Barefoot Fruitscato
NV Peach California
Pale pink coral color. Aromas of watermelon, fresh peach, honeysuckle, and apricot with a soft, crisp, petillant, moderately sweet light body and a polished, medium-length strawberry candies and ripe peach finish with no oak flavor. A fresh and fruity sweet moscato that will hit the spot.
89 points $9.99 Best Buy
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Shenandoah Vineyards 2018 Black Muscat Fortified Muscat
88 points
$12
Best Buy
Shenandoah Vineyards
2018 Black Muscat Fortified Muscat
Dusty light garnet color. Aromas and flavors of baked peach, raspberry glaze, sugared melon, pasteis de nata, honey, and orange blossom with a satiny, vibrant, sweet light-to-medium body and a sleek, captivating, medium-length finish that presents suggestions of orange peel and caramel with light oak flavor. A fragrant, outgoing Fortified wine that will be a dream with sweet almond desserts.
88 points $12 Best Buy
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Barefoot Hard Seltzer NV Strawberry Guava Hard Seltzer California
87 points
$1.99
Best Buy
Barefoot Hard Seltzer
NV Strawberry Guava Hard Seltzer California
White gold color. Aromas of strawberries in cream and melon with a satiny, crisp, spritzy, dry-yet-fruity light body and a seamless, swift lime spritzed strawberries finish with no oak flavor. A light and crisp seltzer that drinks effortlessly.
87 points $1.99 Best Buy
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Barefoot Hard Seltzer NV Pineapple Passionfruit Hard Seltzer California
87 points
$1.99
Best Buy
Barefoot Hard Seltzer
NV Pineapple Passionfruit Hard Seltzer California
Silver color. Aromas of peach compote and green apple candy with a satiny, crisp, spritzy, off-dry light body and a smooth, breezy raspberry slushie finish with no oak flavor. A bright and fruity seltzer-like refresher for the summer months.
87 points $1.99 Best Buy
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Barefoot Hard Seltzer NV Peach Nectarine Hard Seltzer California
87 points
$1.99
Best Buy
Barefoot Hard Seltzer
NV Peach Nectarine Hard Seltzer California
Silver color. Aromas of peach gummies, pineapple candies, and lime syrup with a satiny, crisp, spritzy, off-dry light body and a smooth, easy ripe nectarine and starfruit finish with no oak flavor. A peachy seltzer with kisses of sweetness.
87 points $1.99 Best Buy
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Barefoot Moscato NV Apple Moscato California
87 points
$5.99
Best Buy
Barefoot Moscato
NV Apple Moscato California
Emerald straw color. Aromas of fuji apple, ripe pear, peach jam, elderflower, and vanilla tea cake with a soft, crisp, spritzy, moderately sweet light-to-medium body and a sleek, buoyant mango yogurt and naval orange finish. A solid sweet sipper with fun fruit flavors.
87 points $5.99 Best Buy
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Barefoot NV Red Moscato California
87 points
$6.99
Best Buy
Barefoot
NV Red Moscato California
Garnet color. Aromas of cherry relish, strawberry smoothie, and watermelon with a round, crisp, moderately sweet light-to-medium body and a smooth, interesting, medium-length gherkins and rhubarb finish. A sweet and juicy wine for anytime sipping; playful and refreshing.
87 points $6.99 Best Buy
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Barefoot NV Riesling
87 points
$6.99
Best Buy
Barefoot
NV Riesling
Pale yellow straw color. Aromas of ripe pineapple with lime, pears, candied lemon and ginger, papaya, and honeycomb with a satiny, vibrant, petillant, sweet medium body and a smooth, captivating, medium-length mango chutney finish with no oak flavor. A simple, tasty and balanced sweet petillant Riesling for casual sipping and sharing.
87 points $6.99 Best Buy
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Barefoot NV Sweet Red Blend California
87 points
$6.99
Best Buy
Barefoot
NV Sweet Red Blend California
Ruby garnet color. Aromas of cassis pie and sweet tea with a round, crisp, moderately sweet light-to-medium body and a smooth, stimulating, medium-length raspberry gummies, chocolate chew, plum jam, and baking spices finish with medium tannins and light oak flavor. A light-bodied sweet red that drinks effortlessly.
87 points $6.99 Best Buy
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Barefoot Bubbly NV Moscato Spumante California
87 points
$9.99
Best Buy
Barefoot Bubbly
NV Moscato Spumante California
Golden yellow color. Aromas of spring flowers, honeysuckle, apricot compote, and pineapple-coriander chutney with a vibrant, effervescent, sweet light-to-medium body and an effortless, medium-length lemon supremes finish. A sweet, uplifting sparkler with tangy, balancing acidity.
87 points $9.99 Best Buy
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Barefoot Bubbly NV Sparkling Peach California
87 points
$9.99
Best Buy
Barefoot Bubbly
NV Sparkling Peach California
Golden straw color. Aromas of peach gummies, white flowers, honey, and green apple with a supple, vibrant, effervescent, very sweet light-to-medium body and a warming, snappy apricot sorbet finish. A lively, candied, peachy sparkler that brings the fun.
87 points $9.99 Best Buy
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Sobon Estate 2018 Zinfandel Port Amador County
87 points
$16
Sobon Estate
2018 Zinfandel Port Amador County
Dark violet color. Fruity aromas of prunes, lemon zest, and tangerine with a lightly tannic, vibrant, fruity medium body and a hot, appealing, medium-length chocolate shavings, hint of mint creme, and ginger tea finish with moderate oak flavor. A dense and fruity Port-style wine with big citrus notes.
87 points $16
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Barefoot Spritzer NV Pink Moscato Spritzer California
86 points
$2.99
Best Buy
Barefoot Spritzer
NV Pink Moscato Spritzer California
Pale pink coral color. Confected aromas of peach gummies and strawberry candy with a satiny, vibrant, spritzy, fruity sweet light body and a smooth, brisk sour berry candies and apple sherbet finish with no oak flavor. A fun candied pink quaffer with a sweet-tart appeal.
86 points $2.99 Best Buy
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Barefoot Spritzer NV Red Sangria Spritzer California
86 points
$2.99
Best Buy
Barefoot Spritzer
NV Red Sangria Spritzer California
Bright violet color. Aromas of orange peel, fruit punch, and hibiscus cooler with a supple, vibrant, spritzy, sweet light-to-medium body and a smooth, medium-length finish. A tangy bubbly sangria for cocktails in a pinch.
86 points $2.99 Best Buy
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Barefoot Spritzer NV Summer Red California
86 points
$5.99
Best Buy
Barefoot Spritzer
NV Summer Red California
Bright ruby color. Aromas of berry faygo, peony blossom, and watermelon candies with a satiny, crisp, spritzy, fruity medium body and a smooth, charming, medium-length cherry punch finish with no oak flavor. A fun and fruity punch-like cocktail for casual sips.
86 points $5.99 Best Buy
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Barefoot Bubbly NV Prosecco DOC
86 points
$9.99
Best Buy
Barefoot Bubbly
NV Prosecco DOC
Emerald straw color. Aromas of lime sorbet, white peach and mango soufflé, chalk, and sweet meringue with a velvety, crisp, spritzy, off-dry light body and a agreeable celery and mint finish with crunchy tannins. A juicy, almost-off dry Prosecco with a carefree attitude.
86 points $9.99 Best Buy
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Barefoot Hard Seltzer NV Cherry Cranberry Hard Seltzer California
85 points
$1.99
Barefoot Hard Seltzer
NV Cherry Cranberry Hard Seltzer California
White gold color. Aromas of lime, apple cider, white airhead candy, wax candy, and honeydew melon with a satiny, crisp, spritzy, dry-yet-fruity light body and a sleek, breezy spiced apple compote finish with no oak flavor. A light refresher with a hint of flavor.
85 points $1.99
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FUN WINE NV Peach Passion Moscato™ European Union
85 points
$5
Best Buy
FUN WINE
NV Peach Passion Moscato™ European Union
Steely pink color. Attractive aromas and flavors of strawberry sorbet, ripe raspberries, peach, rose, and lychee with a vibrant, sweet light body and a smooth, medium-length finish with no oak flavor. A yummy, berry flavored wine with delicate almost floral notes that entice the imbiber for another sip.
85 points $5 Best Buy
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FUN WINE NV Sangria European Union
85 points
$5
Best Buy
FUN WINE
NV Sangria European Union
Siam color. Citrusy aromas and flavors of ripe valencia orange, hibiscus tea, cinnamon candies, and berry cobbler with a supple, crisp, spritzy, fruity sweet light-to-medium body and a seamless, interesting, medium-length finish with notes of bay. An absolutely crushable Sangria for parties; light and easy to love.
85 points $5 Best Buy
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Barefoot Spritzer NV Crisp White Spritzer California
85 points
$5.99
Best Buy
Barefoot Spritzer
NV Crisp White Spritzer California
Emerald straw color. Aromas of tinned pears, honey, pound cake, and capri sun with a satiny, vibrant, effervescent, fruity sweet medium body and a smooth, medium-length orange candies and club soda finish with no oak flavor. A crisp, citrusy refresher.
85 points $5.99 Best Buy
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Barefoot Spritzer NV Moscato Spritzer California
85 points
$5.99
Best Buy
Barefoot Spritzer
NV Moscato Spritzer California
Pink color. Aromas of berry candies, peach sorbet, and pineapple gummy bears with a satiny, vibrant, effervescent, moderately sweet light body and a sleek, relaxed strawberry soda and tart lemon custard finish. A yummy fruity treat that refreshes.
85 points $5.99 Best Buy
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Barefoot NV Moscato California
85 points
$6.99
Barefoot
NV Moscato California
Yellow straw color. Aromas of sweet peach, fondant, pears in syrup, and orange blossom honey with a satiny, crisp, petillant, moderately sweet medium body and a smooth, carefree lemon candies finish with no oak flavor. A moscato-like sweet white best enjoyed with a good chill.
85 points $6.99
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Barefoot Bubbly NV Sparkling Pink Moscato California
85 points
$9.99
Barefoot Bubbly
NV Sparkling Pink Moscato California
Amber salmon color. Aromas of honeycomb, orange flower water, and sliced sugared strawberries with a satiny, tangy, effervescent, very sweet light-to-medium body and a graceful, breezy finish. Moscato fans will be drawn to this sweet sparkler.
85 points $9.99
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Barefoot Fruitscato NV Strawberry California
85 points
$9.99
Barefoot Fruitscato
NV Strawberry California
Bright ruby garnet color. Aromas of raspberry jam, hint of menthol, and cacao nib with a satiny, vibrant, effervescent, sweet light-to-medium body and a tingling, stimulating, snappy raspberry iced tea finish with no oak flavor. A candied berry flavored moscato that’s sure to please your sweet tooth.
85 points $9.99
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Shenandoah Vineyards 2016 Vintage Port Amador County
85 points
$18
Shenandoah Vineyards
2016 Vintage Port Amador County
Dusty garnet color. Sweet aromas of honeysuckle, broiled peach, honey, and mint-chocolate with a round, soft, cloying medium body and a warming, medium-length caramel on chocolate wafer cookie finish with light oak flavor. A moscato-like Port-style wine with big notes of flowers and honey.
85 points $18
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Barefoot Spritzer NV Rosé California
84 points
$5.99
Best Buy
Barefoot Spritzer
NV Rosé California
Pink coral color. Aromas of cotton candy, strawberry sno cone, and strawberry banana yogurt with a satiny, spritzy, fruity sweet light-to-medium body and a seamless, rapid strawberry pez candies and melted popsicle finish with no oak flavor. A light and tangy berry refresher.
84 points $5.99 Best Buy
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Barefoot NV Pink Moscato California
84 points
$6.99
Barefoot
NV Pink Moscato California
Pale coral orange color. Aromas of strawberry jell-o and peach pastry with a round, crisp, petillant, moderately sweet light body and a smooth, swift mixed fruit gummies finish with no oak flavor. An easy, breezy sweet wine in a summery tone.
84 points $6.99
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Barefoot NV White Zinfandel California
84 points
$6.99
Barefoot
NV White Zinfandel California
Pink coral color. Aromas of watermelon candy and raspberry jam with a supple, crisp, off-dry light-to-medium body and a seamless, medium-length cherry lollipop and bubblegum finish with no oak flavor. An off-dry rose with lots of friendly fruit flavor.
84 points $6.99
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Barefoot NV Sangria California
84 points
$6.99
Barefoot
NV Sangria California
Dusty ruby color. Aromas of plum jam, cinnamon, clove, and freshly peeled orange with a satiny, tangy, fruity medium body and a tingling, interesting, medium-length licorice, hints of spiced chocolate, and blackberry jam finish with a suggestion of oak flavor. You can’t go wrong with this simple and juicy sangria.
84 points $6.99
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Allegro 2019 Moscato Muscat
84 points
$10
Allegro
2019 Moscato Muscat
Yellow straw color. Fruity, floral aromas and flavors of peach and pineapple gummies, honeysuckle, and honey on shortcake with a lightly tannic, vibrant, petillant, sweet light body and an even, breezy finish with no oak flavor. A solid Moscato that hits the spot.
84 points $10
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FUN WINE NV Strawberry Rosé Moscato™ European Union
83 points
$5
Best Buy
FUN WINE
NV Strawberry Rosé Moscato™ European Union
Coral orange color. Aromas and flavors of strawberry candies, taffy, and watermelon soda with a supple, crisp, spritzy, moderately sweet light body and an effortless, fast finish with no oak flavor. A light and breezy strawberry Flavored Wine with fun carbonation and easy-drinking style.
83 points $5 Best Buy
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FUN WINE NV Coconut Chardonnay™ European Union
83 points
$5
Best Buy
FUN WINE
NV Coconut Chardonnay™ European Union
Emerald straw color. Aromas and flavors of coconut pudding, mango candies, bread and butter pickles, and banana candies with a supple, vibrant, spritzy, moderately sweet light-to-medium body and a seamless, relaxed finish with no oak flavor. A boldly coconut-flavored wine that’s not too sweet; fun and friendly.
83 points $5 Best Buy
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Barefoot Spritzer NV Pinot Grigio Spritzer California
82 points
$2.99
Barefoot Spritzer
NV Pinot Grigio Spritzer California
Silvery emerald straw color. Aromas of struck match and pineapple gummies with a lean, tangy, spritzy, fruity light-to-medium body and a brisk lime Sno Cone finish with no oak flavor. A bright and tangy refresher for backyard festivities.
82 points $2.99
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FUN WINE NV Espresso Cabernet™ European Union
82 points
$5
FUN WINE
NV Espresso Cabernet™ European Union
Ruby garnet color. Aromas and flavors of chocolate-covered caramels, dried berries, mocha, and caramel yogurt covered pretzels with a satiny, crisp, spritzy, fruity sweet light body and a smooth, brisk finish. A chocolatey sparkler that offers wine drinkers something new and different.
82 points $5
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FUN WINE NV Cappuccino Chardonnay™ European Union
81 points
$5
FUN WINE
NV Cappuccino Chardonnay™ European Union
Golden straw color. Aromas of white chocolate sauce and pumpkin spice latte with a creamy, crisp, spritzy, fruity sweet light-to-medium body and a smooth, engaging, medium-length caramel covered popcorn finish with a suggestion of oak flavor. A creamy, caramel-y wine for winter soirees.
81 points $5
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Barefoot Fruitscato NV Watermelon California
81 points
$9.99
Barefoot Fruitscato
NV Watermelon California
Bright pink coral color. Aromas of whipped cream, grape drink mix, and fondant with a satiny, spritzy, moderately sweet watery body and a quick mango yogurt and peach iced tea finish with no oak flavor. A juicy sweet quaffer.
81 points $9.99
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Barefoot Fruitscato NV Apple Moscato California
81 points
$9.99
Barefoot Fruitscato
NV Apple Moscato California
Straw green color. Aromas of apple cider, honey-nut cheerios, and wax with a supple, crisp, sweet light body and a seamless, brisk apple juice and apricot nectar finish with no oak flavor. A apple-y moscato for fun quaffing.
81 points $9.99
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