Rating: 
(4 / 5)
Cabernet Sauvignon red wine from Australia. This is a blend of 90% Cab and 10% Touriga. Medium bodied. Black cherry and oak with floral notes on the nose. Black cherry and blackberry with a hint of vanilla in the mouth. It has a slight hint of plum in as it goes down. Slightly oaky. A little velvety. Medium tannins. Rather dry, with medium acidity and a nice lingering finish. Pairs with grilled meats and hard cheese. 13.5% ABV. Price: $9.99.
Wine Reviews
This is a list of the wines reviewed on the show, along with a rating from Rick.
Mont Gravet Rose 2019
Rating: 
(3.5 / 5)
Cinsault rosé wine from France. Light bodied. Interesting mix of strawberry, melon, pear on the nose. Complex flavors of melon, strawberry, grapefruit and a hint of pear in the mouth. Goes down smooth and light. Very dry with a lot of acidity and a short, easy finish. Easy to drink. Pairs with rotisserie chicken, salads, hor-d’ovres and mild cheese. 12% ABV. Price: $7.99.
FitVine 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon
Rating: (3.5 / 5)
Cabernet Sauvignon red wine from Lodi, California. Deep ruby red complexion. Full bodied. Smoky and earthy tones with black cherry on the nose. Dark fruits in the mouth, with black cherry, blackberry, Oak and leather. Medium tannins. Earthy, but not too much. Bold and dry with medium acidity and a light finish. Pairs with burgers, sausage and smoked cheddar cheese. 14.1% ABV. Price: $13.99.
Laetitia Estate 2018 Chardonnay
Rating: 
(3.4 / 5)
Chardonnay white wine from California. Light complexion. Light bodied. Pear and apple on the nose. Strong mix of flavors, with pear, sour lemon drop and a hint of honeydew melon in the mouth. Oaky, lightly buttery and a bit bold for a white wine. Dry, but not too dry with medium acidity and a short finish. well matured. Pear flavor becomes more pronounced the longer it is decanted. Pairs well with chicken, fish and a mac and cheese. 13.4% ABV. Price: $14.79.
Bellacosa 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon
Rating: 
(4.9 / 5)
Cabernet Sauvignon red wine from California. Full bodied with dark complexion. Strong aromas of cherry, with tobacco and blackberry on the nose. Cherry, blackberry, strawberry, tobacco and vanilla in the mouth. Dry with strong tannins. Very velvety, silky with a nice lingering finish. Well aged. Pairs well with steak and cheese. 14.2% ABV. Price: $14.99.
Villa Cerrina Montepulciano 2018
Rating: 
(3.8 / 5)
Montepulciano red wine from Albruzzo, Italy. Light to medium bodied. Strong aromas of cherry, raspberry, strawberry and a hint of plum. Cherry, plum and strawberry in the mouth. Dry with mild tannins. Smooth, with medium acidity and a nice finish. Pairs well with red meats and cheese. 13% ABV. Price: $6.98.
Rockbrook 2016 Pinot Noir
Rating: (4 / 5)
Pino Noir red wine from Sonoma, California. Medium bodied. Floral aromas with cherry, cola, and blackberry. Fruity and jammy, with a taste of cherry cola in the mouth. Fairly bold. Smooth taste with light tannins. Dry, with medium acidity and a short finish. Good on its own or paired with smoked turkey. 12.5% ABV. Price: $5.99.
La Terre Chardonnay
Rating: (4 / 5)
Chardonnay white wine from Australia bottled in California. Label has no vintage year. Light complexion. A little pear, citrus and pineapple on the nose. Smooth and buttery. Notes of green apple and grapefruit, with a little pear and vanilla on the palate. Medium dry with a hint of sweetness. Light acidity and a light finish. Easy to drink. Pairs well with creamy chicken dishes, pork and soft cheese. 12.5% ABV. Price: $5.49.
Salmon Creek 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon
Rating: 
(4.2 / 5)
Cabernet sauvignon red wine from Sonoma, California. Dark red complexion. full bodied. Black cherry, raspberry and oak on the nose. Blend of plum, cherry, tobacco a hint of blackberry and oak in the mouth. Light, soft tannins. Velvety mouth feel. Dry with medium acidity and a nice, light, smooth finish. Pairs well with burgers, pizza, zita and cheeses. 12.5% ABV. Price: $5.95.
Members Mark 2018 Malbec
Rating: (3.8 / 5)
Malbec red wine from Mendoza, Argentina. Sam’s Club’s own branded wine. Deep ruby red complexion. Full bodied. Strong aromas of cherry, plum dark fruits, strawberry and oak. Strong cherry with strawberry, plum and a hint of chocolate in the mouth. Oaky and fairly bold. Medium tannins. Rather dry, with medium acidity and a short finish. Pairs well with grilled burger and cheese. 13.5% ABV. Price: $6.98.