Rating: 
(4.4 / 5)
Red wine from France. Light bodied. Fruity, perfumy and aromatic on the nose. Very berry with blackberry, strawberry and a slight hint of plum on the tongue, Earthy with a mix of spices. Medium tannins. Nice finish. Nice price. 13% ABV. Price: $9.99.
Month: July 2022
Napa Valley Quilt The Fabric of The Land 2017
Rating: 
(3.8 / 5)
Red blend from California. Mix of Petite Syrah, Merlot, Zinfandel and Petite Verdot grape. Full bodied with dark complexion. Blackberry, oak and light fragrance on the nose. Black cherry, blackberries, dark chocolate and just a hint of strawberry. Twinge of smokiness. Starts strong and smooths out with a silkiness as it goes down to the back of the throat. Dry with medium tannins. Pairs with smokier meats and smoked cheeses. Better served with food than on its own. 15.1% ABV. Price: $19.99.
Saltram S2 2019 Shiraz Tasting and Review
I open, taste, review a Saltram S2 2019 Shiraz from Australia that cost under $4! Is it a bona fide bargain or just a crummy cheap wine? We’ll find out. Plus toasts, dad jokes and an original, silent Super 8mm short film never before seen on the Internet! Join in the chats at 10 PM ET for the Saturday Night Winestream and Drink With Rick!
DWR-166 – Francis Coppola 2018 Black Label Claret Tasting and Review
This is the one hundred sixty-sixth episode of the live winestream. I open, taste, and review a Francis Coppola 2018 Black Label Claret from California. We also toast national days and tell dad jokes. Plus, it’s Open Chat!
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This podcast is the audio version of the video winestream, edited with consideration for the listener. Did I enjoy the wine? Do I recommend it? Listen to find out. Do you have a favorite wine you would recommend? Is there a wine you are curious about and would like me to try? Tell me what it is and I may give it a review on a future Winestream. Send your suggestions and comments to rick(at)savoiamedia.com or send them through the contact form on my website at drinkwithrick.com! Drink With Rick is a member of the new Savoia Media Network.
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Francis Coppola 2018 Black Label Claret Tasting and Review
I open, taste, review a Francis Coppola 2018 Black Label Claret from California. We also toast national days and tell dad jokes. Plus, it’s Open Chat! Join in the chats at 10 PM EDT for The Saturday Night Winestream and Drink With Rick!
DWR-165 – Kotrotsos Agiorgitiko 2019 red wine Tasting and Review
This is the one hundred sixty-fifth episode of the live winestream. The search for greek wines is over! I open, taste, review and attempt to pronounce a Kotrotsos Agiorgitiko 2019 red wine from Greece. We also toast national days and tell dad jokes. Plus, it’s Open Chat!
Need graphics or animation for your podcast, Twitch channel, YouTube videos or website? Tia is accepting commissions! She does all the graphics and animation for Drink With Rick and she can do them for your projects too. Visit tiasavoia.com to check out her gallery of work!
Want to support the show? Buy me a coffee!
This podcast is the audio version of the video winestream, edited with consideration for the listener. Did I enjoy the wine? Do I recommend it? Listen to find out. Do you have a favorite wine you would recommend? Is there a wine you are curious about and would like me to try? Tell me what it is and I may give it a review on a future Winestream. Send your suggestions and comments to rick(at)savoiamedia.com or send them through the contact form on my website at drinkwithrick.com! Drink With Rick is a member of the new Savoia Media Network.
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MAN Bosstok Pinotage 2017
Rating: 
(4 / 5)
Red wine from South Africa. 100% Pinotage grape. Medium bodied with a nice color. Raspberry, spice, herbs and leather on the nose. Quite earthy, with berry, spice, oak, leather and a hint of chocolate on the palate. Rather refreshing. Moderately dry with a twinge of sweetness. Medium tannins. Nice finish. Goes well with grilled meats. Pairs nicely with lamb. 14% ABV. Price: $8.99.
Excelsior 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon
Rating: (4 / 5)
Red blend from South Africa. 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Petite Verdot. Medium bodied. Very berry on the nose, with notes of cherry and blackberry aromas. Very juicy, with a lot of dark fruit. Somewhat oaky and spicy, with a little vanilla and tobacco on the palate. Rather dry and very tannic. Complex finish, with lots of different flavors. Easy to drink with or without food. Great value for the price. 14% ABV. Price: $7.99.
Kotrotsos Agiorgitiko 2019 red wine Tasting and Review
The search for greek wines is over! I open, taste, review and attempt to pronounce a Kotrotsos Agiorgitiko 2019 red wine from Greece. We also toast national days and tell dad jokes. Plus, it’s Open Chat! Join in the chats at 10 PM EDT for The Saturday Night Winestream and Drink With Rick!
DWR-164 – Tesoro Della Regina 2020 Chianti Classico Tasting and Review
This is the one hundred sixty-fourth episode of the live winestream. We’re back! The dry spell is over. I open, taste and review a Tesoro Della Regina 2020 Chianti Classico red wine from Italy. We also toast national days and tell dad jokes. Plus, it’s Open Chat!
Need graphics or animation for your podcast, Twitch channel, YouTube videos or website? Tia is accepting commissions! She does all the graphics and animation for Drink With Rick and she can do them for your projects too. Visit tiasavoia.com to check out her gallery of work!
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This podcast is the audio version of the video winestream, edited with consideration for the listener. Did I enjoy the wine? Do I recommend it? Listen to find out. Do you have a favorite wine you would recommend? Is there a wine you are curious about and would like me to try? Tell me what it is and I may give it a review on a future Winestream. Send your suggestions and comments to rick(at)savoiamedia.com or send them through the contact form on my website at drinkwithrick.com! Drink With Rick is a member of the new Savoia Media Network.
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