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February 2021 - US Red & White Bordeaux Varietals This month's Wine feature is US Red & White Bordeaux Varietals Wines US Red & White Bordeaux Varietals Reviews All $20 Best Buy Shenandoah Vineyards 2018 Cabernet Franc A decadent and distinctive Cabernet Franc that assuages the palate with creamy oak and enlivens with snappy fruit and charming terroir. Awards: 2021 Best Cabernet Franc $20 Best Buy » Read Full Review $56 Alexandria Nicole 2018 Destiny Red Blend Horse Heaven Hills A brawny, highly ageable Bordeaux Varietal Blend to cellar for at least a few more years; vibrant fruit and acidity promise greatness to come. Awards: 2021 Top 2 Bordeaux Varietal Blend $56 » Read Full Review $58 Paradise Ridge 2018 Branham Vineyard Malbec A tasty, well-balanced Malbec that's highly pairable; a serious Malbec for the enthusiast. Awards: 2021 Best Malbec $58 » Read Full Review $65 Paradise Ridge 2015 Barrel Select Cabernet Sauvignon A dense and vivid Cabernet Sauvignon for the long haul; juicy and decadent now but patience will be rewarded! $65 » Read Full Review $125 Reynolds Family Winery 2015 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon A bold, chewy, complex Stags Leap Cabernet that delivers. $125 » Read Full Review $215 Reynolds Family Winery 2017 Steadfast Cabernet Sauvignon A seamless and elegant Napa Cabernet with a cult-cab personality. $215 » Read Full Review $26 Pedroncelli 2018 Block 007 Estate Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon A firm, complex Cabernet Sauvignon for now or later; pair with excellent steaks through 2030. $26 » Read Full Review $28 Basalt Cellars 2018 Malbec Pure, vibrant berry flavors will delight Malbec fans. $28 » Read Full Review $30 Basalt Cellars 2016 Merlot A bold, distinctive, wonderfully balanced Merlot for now or later; serve with excellent meals and excellent company. $30 » Read Full Review $35 Monte De Oro 2017 Estate Grown Merlot A balanced, never-heavy Merlot with distinctive Temecula flair; enjoy peachy nuances and a highly drinkable style. $35 » Read Full Review $40 Oak Farm Vineyards 2018 Genevieve Estate Grown Red Meritage A juicy, balanced and effortlessly drinkable Red Meritage blend that satisfies. Awards: 2021 Best Meritage $40 » Read Full Review $40 Yorkville Cellars 2018 Rennie Organic Estate Vineyard Carmenere A delightfully balanced, light on its feet Carmenere that will blend in seamlessly at the table. Awards: 2021 Best Domestic Carmenère $40 » Read Full Review $45 Trefethen 2018 Merlot A knockout Merlot from Oak Knoll that delivers great complexity and depth. $45 » Read Full Review $80 Reynolds Family Winery 2018 Merlot A spot-on Napa Merlot that won't let you down. $80 » Read Full Review $85 Eleven Eleven Wines 2018 XI Cabernet Sauvignon A dense and brooding Oak Knoll Cabernet for fabulous steaks; drink now through 2035. $85 » Read Full Review $125 Soquel Vineyards 2016 Consonante Red Blend Napa Valley A firm and poised Napa Bordeaux Varietal blend; decant or cellar. $125 » Read Full Review $140 Reynolds Family Winery 2018 Due Diligence Cabernet Franc A dense and spicy Napa Cabernet Franc that will seamlessly pair with steak; decant or cellar. $140 » Read Full Review $18 Best Buy Kayak 2017 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon A dry, chewy Cabernet for the table with a serious style; drink now or cellar. $18 Best Buy » Read Full Review $20 Best Buy Pedroncelli 2018 Three Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon A rich, Bordeaux-like Cabernet that satisfies; chewy, dry and deliciously complex. $20 Best Buy » Read Full Review $20 Best Buy Pedroncelli 2018 Barrel Select Cabernet Franc A bold, chewy, highly satisfying Cabernet Franc with great varietal character and elegant style. $20 Best Buy » Read Full Review $25 Alexandria Nicole 2018 a squared Cabernet Sauvignon A deliciously integrated Horse Heaven Hills Cabernet that will continue to harmonize even further with time. $25 » Read Full Review $32 Dry Creek Vineyard 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon A taut but willing Cabernet Sauvignon; decant or cellar to fully reveal its complexities. $32 » Read Full Review $42 AvinoDos 2016 Malbec A very distinctive, rich and decadent Malbec with a fun herbaceous nuance. $42 » Read Full Review $50 Dry Creek Vineyard 2017 The Mariner Red Meritage A svelte and juicy Meritage blend that should stand the test of time. $50 » Read Full Review $62 AvinoDos 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon A bold and brazen Coombsville Cabernet with great balance; best to let this one hit the cellar for a few years. $62 » Read Full Review $65 Modus Operandi Cellars 2018 Vicarious Cabernet Sauvignon A delight of a Napa Cabernet that delivers all the fruit, leather and spice you're seeking. $65 » Read Full Review $70 Lobo 2017 Estate Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Lovely balance and style beckon the imbiber for another sip of this upstanding Oak Knoll Cabernet. $70 » Read Full Review $74 Keswick Vineyards 2017 Heritage Estate Reserve Red Blend Monticello A lovely take on the Bordeaux Blend from Virginia; serious and steak-worthy. $74 » Read Full Review $75 Levendi 2018 Sweetwater Cabernet Sauvignon A meaty, spicy and complex Napa cabernet to savor. $75 » Read Full Review $75 Lobo 2018 Estate Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon A wholly appealing Napa Cabernet. $75 » Read Full Review $90 Monte De Oro 2016 Reserve Malbec A lighter-bodied, distinctive Malbec with a unique flavor profile. $90 » Read Full Review $20 Best Buy Benziger 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon A decadent Sonoma Cabernet Sauvignon that hits the spot. $20 Best Buy » Read Full Review $23 Alexander Valley Vineyards 2018 Estate Merlot A vivacious and distinctive Merlot with notes of roasted strawberry and tart raspberry sorbet. $23 » Read Full Review $26 Alexandria Nicole 2018 Gravity Merlot A bold, multidimensional Horse Heaven Hills Merlot with big fruit flavor and luxurious oak. $26 » Read Full Review $28 AvinoDos 2020 Sauvignon Blanc Mouthwatering acidity and lengthy flavor stand out in this upstanding Carneros Sauvignon Blanc; a excellent choice for California Sauvignon Blanc lovers. $28 » Read Full Review $34 Yorkville Cellars 2018 Rennie Organic Estate Vineyard Malbec A sturdy and serious Malbec; decant or cellar. $34 » Read Full Review $36 Basalt Cellars 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon A distinctive, slightly mature Cabernet Sauvignon with great depth of flavor; pair with pork, lamb or beef. $36 » Read Full Review $40 Monte De Oro 2017 Syngergy 65 Owner's Red Blend Temecula Valley A lovely red blend that keeps things interesting; great integration of distinctive flavors and a juicy finish. $40 » Read Full Review $50 Alexander Valley Vineyards 2017 Alexander School Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon A bold and dense Cabernet Sauvignon that will stand the test of time. $50 » Read Full Review $55 Modus Operandi Cellars 2018 Vicarious Red Blend Napa Valley A bold and balanced Napa red blend that offers piles of flavor; drink now or cellar. $55 » Read Full Review $65 Alexander Valley Vineyards 2015 Cyrus Red Meritage A bold, perfumed Red that offers a distinctive hedonic experience. $65 » Read Full Review $65 Lobo 2018 Estate Grown Single Vineyard Merlot A sultry Merlot with staying power. $65 » Read Full Review $65 Trefethen 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon A bold, chocolatey, juicy Cabernet Sauvignon that delivers. $65 » Read Full Review $75 Soquel Vineyards 2016 Intreccio Red Blend Napa Valley A fruit-forward Napa Bordeaux Varietal Blend with welcoming flavors; an easy-to-love buffet of red and black fruits. $75 » Read Full Review $80 Levendi 2017 Sweetwater Cabernet Sauvignon A juicy and distinctive Napa Cabernet with tantalizing acidity. $80 » Read Full Review $90 Monte De Oro 2016 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon An intriguing and satisfying Cabernet with bold aromas, rich tannins and shareable style. $90 » Read Full Review $120 Levendi 2018 Legacy Cabernet Sauvignon A seamless, sumptuous Howell Mountain Cabernet with great depth of flavor and panache. $120 » Read Full Review $19 Jack Canyon 2016 Malbec A voluptuous, chocolatey Malbec that delivers brooding fruit and spice. $19 » Read Full Review $32 AvinoDos 2018 Merlot A juicy, vivacious Merlot that offers vivid fruit and instant appeal. $32 » Read Full Review $34 Keswick Vineyards 2019 Cabernet Franc A seamless Virginia Cabernet Franc with excellent flavor integration and palate-pleasing brightness; drink now or cellar. $34 » Read Full Review $62 Reynolds Family Winery 2018 Persistence Red Blend Red Meritage A delicious and instantly appealing Red Meritage blend with pastry-like oak. $62 » Read Full Review $150 Modus Operandi Cellars 2018 Rocca-Collinetta Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon A firm Coombsville Cabernet that needs time to develop; be patient while cellaring in order to tame this beast into a beauty. $150 » Read Full Review $15 Best Buy Matthew Fritz 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon A rich and sturdy Cabernet Sauvignon with a distinctive style. $15 Best Buy » Read Full Review $22 Pend d’Oreille 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon A fruit-forward, juicy and satisfying Washington state Cabernet that will be a hit. $22 » Read Full Review $35 Oak Farm Vineyards 2018 Estate Grown Petit Verdot An enormous Petit Verdot with jump-from-the-glass ripe fruit aromas; an easy-to-love inky red for lovers of the boldest wines. $35 » Read Full Review $39 7Cellars 2018 Elway's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon A jammy, fruit forward Cabernet with effortless drinkability and balanced structure. $39 » Read Full Review $49 Cloak & Dagger 2018 Deep State Red Blend Paso Robles A complex and distinctive Bordeaux varietal blend with well-integrated, stylish flavors. $49 » Read Full Review $74 Keswick Vineyards 2017 Block 7 Estate Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon A successful, steak-worthy Virginia wine; full-flavor, chic and complex. $74 » Read Full Review $11 Best Buy Mina Mesa 2017 Red Blend Paso Robles A juicy, full-flavor red for any season's table. $11 Best Buy » Read Full Review $15 Best Buy 7 Deadly Wines 2018 7 Deadly Cab Cabernet Sauvignon A chewy, chocolatey Cabernet with a decadent vibe. $15 Best Buy » Read Full Review $17 Chloe 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon A lush and outgoing, beef-friendly Cabernet Sauvignon; try with Korean beef dishes. $17 » Read Full Review $18 Biltmore Estate 2019 Red Blend American A juicy, alluring red blend that's sure to please; instantly appealing and perfect for charcuterie. $18 » Read Full Review $18 Pedroncelli 2018 Bench Vineyards Merlot An easy-to-pair, strong-structured Merlot with a palate-awakening greenness. $18 » Read Full Review $20 Benziger 2018 Merlot A delightful Monterey Merlot bursting with stylish flavors. $20 » Read Full Review $20 Highway 12 2018 Red Blend Sonoma County A bold fruity, funky red for creative pairings. $20 » Read Full Review $23 Gordon Estate 2016 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon A fruity and wholly drinkable Columbia Valley Cabernet with lip smacking acidity. $23 » Read Full Review $24 Armstrong Valley Winery 2017 Estate Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon A distinctive melange of fruit and spices keeps things interesting in this Pennsylvania Cabernet. $24 » Read Full Review $26 Alexandria Nicole 2018 Quarry Butte Red Blend Horse Heaven Hills A firm and frisky Horse Heaven Hills Bordeaux Varietal Blend with wild acidity and bold fruit aromas. $26 » Read Full Review $34 Pearmund Cellars 2018 Ameritage Virginia A fun, herbaceous Bordeaux blend from Virginia that has a bit of an Australian style. $34 » Read Full Review $34 Pearmund Cellars 2019 Ameritage Virginia A nice earthy and fruity red that will shine with food. $34 » Read Full Review $34 Yorkville Cellars 2018 Rennie Organic Estate Vineyard Merlot A breezy, table-ready Merlot with ripe fruit aromas. $34 » Read Full Review $36 DH Lescombes 2016 Limited Release Cabernet Franc A plush, fruity Cabernet Franc with an instant appeal. $36 » Read Full Review $36 Gordon Estate 2017 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon An atypical Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon with baked and dried fruit flavors. $36 » Read Full Review $43 Monte De Oro 2017 Estate Grown Cabernet Franc A dense, spicy, chocolatey Cabernet Franc with tall, dark and handsome vibes. $43 » Read Full Review $65 Dragon’s Tooth 2018 Red Blend Napa Valley An inky, fruit-dominated, Malbec-driven Bordeaux varietal blend bursting with berry flavors and taut tannins. $65 » Read Full Review $9 Best Buy Firefly Ridge 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon A bold, food-friendly Cabernet for robust meals; pair with Italian fare. $9 Best Buy » Read Full Review $9 Best Buy Firefly Ridge 2017 Merlot A fresh, fruity Central Coast Merlot that develops into chocolatey, toasty flavors on the palate. $9 Best Buy » Read Full Review $15 Best Buy 7 Deadly Wines 2018 7 Deadly Red Blend Lodi A rich and satisfying red blend with layers of fruit and oak. $15 Best Buy » Read Full Review $15 Best Buy 7Cellars 2019 The Farm Collection Cabernet Sauvignon A juicy, satisfying Paso Cabernet. $15 Best Buy » Read Full Review $22 Pend d’Oreille 2019 Cabernet Franc A solid, wide-appealing Cabernet Franc for the table. $22 » Read Full Review $22 Pend d’Oreille 2019 Merlot A rich everyday Merlot. $22 » Read Full Review $23 Gordon Estate 2016 Estate Merlot A simple, easy-drinking Merlot with a bold dried fruit quality. $23 » Read Full Review $40 Oak Farm Vineyards 2018 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon A bold and chewy Lodi Cabernet with distinctive earthy notes. $40 » Read Full Review $60 Reynolds Family Winery 2017 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon An atypical Napa Cabernet with big acid and a light-on-its-feet profile. $60 » Read Full Review $10 Best Buy Mina Mesa 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon A distinctive and stylish Paso Cabernet. $10 Best Buy » Read Full Review $16 Tribute 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon A juicy everyday red for sipping and pairing. $16 » Read Full Review $18 Highway 12 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon A juicy, table-friendly red. $18 » Read Full Review $28 BonAnno Vintners 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon A fruit-forward, drink-it-now Napa Cab that's easy to love. $28 » Read Full Review $34 Alexander Valley Vineyards 2018 Estate Cabernet Franc A velvety, fruit-forward Cabernet Franc that lingers on the palate. $34 » Read Full Review $34 Keswick Vineyards 2019 Merlot A rich and silky Merlot for the table. $34 » Read Full Review $35 Oak Farm Vineyards 2019 Estate Grown Malbec A smoky, toasty Malbec with a fruity appeal. $35 » Read Full Review $35 Oak Farm Vineyards 2018 Estate Grown Merlot A smoky, oaky Lodi Merlot with warm spices and a toasty persuasion. $35 » Read Full Review $42 Alexandria Nicole 2018 Alderdale Cabernet Sauvignon A tannic and taut Cabernet for the table. $42 » Read Full Review $47 Cloak & Dagger 2018 Espionage Red Blend Paso Robles A firm and dense Bordeaux Varietal Blend for rich beef entrees. $47 » Read Full Review $47 Cloak & Dagger 2018 Subterfuge Red Blend Paso Robles An interesting Bordeaux Varietal Blend from Paso that's at once bright and sultry. $47 » Read Full Review $50 Paradise Ridge 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon A racy Cabernet Sauvignon to unwind in the cellar; drink in 3-10 years. $50 » Read Full Review $15 Best Buy Cannonball 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon A berry-laden Cabernet Sauvignon that hits the spot. $15 Best Buy » Read Full Review $18 Sobon Estate 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Dark red and black fruits abound in this weeknight crusher. $18 » Read Full Review $24 Shenandoah Vineyards 2018 Rezerve® Malbec A savory, smoky, oaky Malbec that marches to the beat of its own drum. $24 » Read Full Review $28 Biltmore Estate 2018 Limited Release Malbec A dense and fruity Malbec with a port-like swagger. $28 » Read Full Review $39 Keswick Vineyards 2019 Estate Reserve Cabernet Franc A creamy, earthy Cabernet Franc for the natural set. $39 » Read Full Review $5 Best Buy Winemakers Selection 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon An oak-centric Cabernet for anytime sipping. $5 Best Buy » Read Full Review $18 Jitterbug 2019 Sauvignon Blanc A crisp white to pair with shellfish. $18 » Read Full Review $22 Biltmore Estate 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon A rich, full-flavor Cabernet with toasty oak and juicy fruit. $22 » Read Full Review $23 Armstrong Valley Winery 2018 Estate Reserve Merlot A fruit-forward quaffer with a tangy pomegranate tone. $23 » Read Full Review $38 Monte De Oro 2017 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon A unique, lighter bodied Cabernet Sauvignon with distinctive fruit character that offers something truly different. $38 » Read Full Review $39 Keswick Vineyards 2019 Estate Reserve Merlot A bright, medium bodied Merlot with lush fruit aromas; pair with beef Bourguignon. $39 » Read Full Review $7 CK Mondavi 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon A toasty California quaffer for weeknight indulging. $7 » Read Full Review $14 Cannonball 2019 Sauvignon Blanc A dry, sprightly Sauvignon Blanc that whets the whistle. $14 » Read Full Review $15 DH Lescombes 631 Signature Series 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon A savory and distinctive Cabernet from up and coming New Mexico. $15 » Read Full Review $19 Imagery Estate 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon A fruit-forward, gulpable quaffer for weeknight indulging. $19 » Read Full Review $24 Armstrong Valley Winery 2017 Armstrong Red Blend American An earthy, savory Bordeaux varietal blend for the table. $24 » Read Full Review $38 DH Lescombes 2015 Limited Release Petit Verdot A high-octane, full throttle red. $38 » Read Full Review $23 Armstrong Valley Winery 2018 Estate Reserve Cabernet Franc A tangy quaffer for rich, homestyle foods. $23 » Read Full Review $36 Yorkville Cellars 2018 Rennie Organic Estate Vineyard Petit Verdot A bold, berry-centric Petit Verdot with sass. $36 » Read Full Review Shortcut: https://www.tastings.com/Calendar-Wine/Review-2021-03-03-US-Red-and-White-Bordeaux-Varietals.aspx