Reposting from 8/1/13. Still one of my favorites
I recently came across this blend at the grocery store... Now I'm seeing it everywhere... and it's delicious and just shy of $10. Winning!
The label caught my attention. This is how I find most my wines. 1. Label 2. Price. Not that I won't spend more, but for a first time try, I'm unlikely to splurge on something I may not like. I have trusty sources, I believe when they tell me wines are good, I'll look for those. I also like to share with them wines I like. This is one of those.
Filled with dark berry flavors, chocolate and a good amount of peppery spice. This wine is smooth and has a lengthy finish.
Winemaker NotesA blend of several red varietals, The Big Bad Red blend appeases our inner dark side, satisfying that craving for the bold and daring. The wine leads with a bramble of berries, dark black plum and root beer flavors, framed by toasted spices. Fleshy and ripe, the palate delivers layers of black fruit with a savory and spicy character. Supple tannins hold flavors into a long, lasting finish. A perfect pairing for a dark and stormy night.Varietal33% Merlot, 25% Syrah, 11% Cab, 9% Zinfandel, 9% Tannat, 6% Grenache, 7% other reds
I have another NEW guilty pleasure, and the wine complimented it wonderfully.
Seriously. The crackers, I found last year when my parents came to visit and brought them along. We've gone through several boxes at work... and I'm not the only one bringing them in... they are THAT good. The cream cheese spread, I came across by accident. It was meant to be.
Perfect snack.