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May 2021 - US Red Blends, Zinfandel, Italian & Spanish Varietals

May 2021 - 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

Jacob Franklin 2019 Morisoli Vineyard Zinfandel
93 points
$52
A classic bright and crisp style of Zinfandel showing blueberry and floral notes.
Alexander Valley Vineyards 2016 Cyrus Red Blend Alexander Valley
93 points
$65
A rich Red Blend that can stand on its own; enjoy now or cellar.
Pedroncelli 2019 Alto Vineyards Sangiovese
92 points
$19
Best Buy
A layered, charming Sangiovese that is precisely balanced; ready for all manner of food pairings.
92 points $19 Best Buy
Opolo Vineyards 2019 Mountain Zinfandel
92 points
$30
A somewhat brooding, savory Zinfandel nonetheless bursting with concentrated dark fruits and savory flavors.
Penns Woods 2016 Proprietors Reserve Red Blend Pennsylvania
92 points
$40
An elegant and crisp red that overdelivers for the region.
Opolo Vineyards 2019 Summit Creek Zinfandel
91 points
$19
A dense, savory Zinfandel for hearty food pairings.
Pedroncelli 2019 Friends Red Blend Sonoma County
90 points
$14
Best Buy
A plush and bright, juicy red blend that is sure to please.
90 points $14 Best Buy
7 Deadly Wines 2017 Old Vine Zinfandel
90 points
$15
Best Buy
A plush yet balanced Zinfandel that can stand on its own.
90 points $15 Best Buy
DH Lescombes 631 Signature Series 2019 Cab-Sangio New Mexico
90 points
$17
Best Buy
A juicy, balanced - off-dry red ideal for spicy Asian meat dishes.
90 points $17 Best Buy
Pedroncelli 2019 Mother Clone Zinfandel
90 points
$20
A rich yet balanced Zinfandel with layers of concentrated fruit, spice, and florals. Drink now or cellar.
Opolo Vineyards 2018  Tempranillo
90 points
$30
A California Tempranillo bursting with concentrated notes of berries, spice, and flowers - all Rioja lovers should give it a try.
Jarvis 2017 Estate Tempranillo
90 points
$90
For fans of modern Rioja, a tangy Tempranillo that is very food friendly.
Frey 2019 Organic Zinfandel
89 points
$18
A delicious, balanced Zinfandel full of black and red fruit with floral nuances; ready to drink on its own.
Opolo Vineyards 2017  Sangiovese
89 points
$29
A fruity, bright and tangy Sangiovese that screams for outdoor dining and clear sunny days
Mina Mesa 2019  Zinfandel
88 points
$11
Best Buy
A bold, chewy, dark fruit and bright vanilla forward Zinfandel with staying power.
88 points $11 Best Buy
Reflection Ridge 2019 Red Blend Monterey County
88 points
$14
Best Buy
A plush yet balanced, juicy red for weekend dinners with friends.
88 points $14 Best Buy
Frey 2019 Organic Sangiovese
88 points
$18
A bold, juicy California Sangiovese that has a nice sense of place.
Long Valley Ranch 2019  Zinfandel
88 points
$20
A structured Zinfandel that is very food friendly.
Page Cellars 2017 James Henry Barbera
88 points
$41
A lipsmacking red with vivacious red and black fruit.
Stormchaser 2019 Wild Ride Red Blend Columbia Valley
87 points
$6.99
Best Buy
A vibrant red blend; rich and satisfying on its own or over a long meal.
87 points $6.99 Best Buy
Scarlet Path 2019  Zinfandel
87 points
$9
Best Buy
Explore the lighter side of Zinfandel - a medium bodied bright and balanced Zinfandel for lunch pairings.
87 points $9 Best Buy
Agitator 2019 Bourbon Barrel Aged Red Wine California
87 points
$19.99
Dark and rich, try it with roast beef
87 points $19.99
Instigator 2019 Red Blend Lodi
86 points
$12.99
Best Buy
A rich yet nuanced red that checks all the boxes; great with food or by itself.
86 points $12.99 Best Buy
DH Lescombes 2016 Renaissance Red Blend New Mexico
86 points
$30
A red wine for lovers of Bourbon's vanilla and spice profile, try with a cigar.
Ava Grace NV Red Blend American
85 points
$9
A light bodied and fruit forward red blend ready for a variety of food pairings.
Cloud Break 2019 Black Cloud Red Blend California
85 points
$9.99
A balanced yet plush wine with juicy dark fruit for the weekend table.
85 points $9.99
Frey 2019 Biodynamic Tempranillo
85 points
$20
A fruit basked of a red - full of dark fruit flavors with a hint of herbs and spices; very food friendly.
Gersing Cellars 2018 De Côté Ciel Du Cheval Vineyard Red Blend Columbia Valley
85 points
$45
A tangy blend that is very food friendly.
Gersing Cellars 2018 Emergence Red Wine Blend Columbia Valley
84 points
$30
A unique and rich red for the table.
Wildwood Oak Winery 2018 Best Of Abba Red Blend Lodi
84 points
$35
A rich and savory red blend for bold pairings.
Gersing Cellars 2018 Ciel Du Cheval Vineyard Nebbiolo
83 points
$40
A savory wine that is very food friendly.
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