About Other Red Wines

This category is reserved for varietals and blends that do not fit into other established categories. Examples of varietals included as part of this category are Bonarda, Baco Noir, Primitivo, Frontenac and an endless combination of blends.

Top Picks for Other Red Wines

River Road 2023 Reserve Pinot Meunier
94 points
$24
Shows off the beautiful red berry aspects of the variety with a light and pleasing earthy base note; this wine begs for food.
Bedarra Vineyards 2020 Bonfire Estate Grown Red Blend Alexander Valley
93 points
$55
An attractive, spicy, savory red blend that will be very versatile.
Monte De Oro 2018 Synergy 65 Owners Red Blend Temecula Valley
93 points
$44
A lovely wine for food pairings that is both savory and herbal with nice interplay of red and black fruits with the barrel characteristics.
Klipsun 2021 Klipsun Vineyard Red Blend Red Mountain
92 points
$63
A beautiful Cabernet blend with strategic use of Merlot for added plum fruit and Syrah for blackberries, structure, and a food friendly sprinkle of pepper.
North By Northwest 2019 Red Blend Columbia Valley
92 points
$14
Best Buy
A pleasure packed red blend that charms and instantly gratifies with every sip.
92 points $14 Best Buy
Capo Creek 2020 Songwriter Red Blend Dry Creek Valley
92 points
$75
A robust and satisfying Zinfandel-led red with oodles of jammy, spicy flavors.
Portlandia 2020 Red Blend Columbia Valley
92 points
$22
A solid rich, ripe, and fruity bottle to have around the house for any occasion or a workhorse BTG option on a wine list.
Filkins Vineyards 2022 Anthos Red Blend Lake Michigan Shore
91 points
$50
A rich and delicious Old World styled red blend with a seamless balance and instant appeal.
Hope Tree NV Red Blend California
91 points
$5
Best Buy
A ripe, juicy New World blend; this will be a hit at home or could do yeoman's work as a restaurant BTG option.
91 points $5 Best Buy
Monte De Oro 2017 Vigna Vicini Vista Del Monte Vineyard Reserve Red Blend Temecula Valley
91 points
$90
Like happily enjoying a slice of mixed berry pie while basking in the LA sun in the front seat of your new Cadillac Escalade.