Rating: 
(5 / 5)
Colombard white wine from South France. Nice clear complexion. Light bodied. Strong aromas of peach, melon and pear oak on the nose. Complex notes of peach, pear, lemon and a hint of mango with tropical fruit and a lemony citrus kick in the mouth. Dry and tart with a nice finish. Easy to drink. Pairs with salads and seafood. The vintner recommends this wine be chilled before serving. May also need to be decanted. 11.5% ABV. Price: $6.99.
Wine Reviews
This is a list of the wines reviewed on the show, along with a rating from Rick.
Val delle Rose Morellino 2018
Rating: 
(4.8 / 5)
Sangiovese red wine from Tuscany, Italy. Medium red complexion. Medium bodied. Black cherry on the nose. Black cherry, raspberry and slightly earthy, oaky with a hint of chocolate in the mouth. Medium tannins. Dry and smooth with a nice finish. Pairs well with bbq beef rib, smoked meats, fried chicken, pasta and cheese. Easy to drink. 13.5% ABV. Price: $12.99.
Vinum Cellars 2017 Pinot Noir
Rating: 
(4.2 / 5)
Pinot Noir red wine from Monterey, California. Ruby red complexion. Medium bodied. Aromas of cherry, plum and oak on the nose. Cherry and cranberry in the mouth. Earthy, oaky and medium bold. Medium tannins. Very dry and smooth with fairly low acidity and a fairly long finish. Tart at the very end. Decanting recommended. Pairs with steak, burger and cheese. 14.5% ABV. Price: $12.99.
Verbo Aglianico Del Vulture 2017
Rating: 
(3.8 / 5)
Red wine from Venosa, Italy. Very dark complexion. Full bodied. Black fruits with blackberry, black cherry, blueberry and a hint oak on the nose. Complex flavors of dark fruits, a lot of blackberry and a hint of chocolate in the mouth. Oaky, leathery, tart and very bold. Strong tannins. Rather dry with a medium finish. Pairs with barbeque, smoked sausage and cheese. Decanting recommended. 14% ABV. Price: $14.99.
Marionette Jumilla 2017 Red Wine
Rating: 
(4.6 / 5)
Red blend from Jumilla, Spain. 50% Monastrell and 50% Syrah. Deep red complexion. Full bodied. Fruity with a hint of licorice, earth and oak on the nose. Blueberry, blackberry and a hint of cherry, licorice and vanilla in the mouth. Oaky and fairly bold. Medium tannins. Very dry, yet smooth with a lingering finish. Pairs well with filet mignon, baked ziti and pizza. 14.5% ABV. Price: $8.99.
Childress Vineyards Barrel Select 3 Red Wine
Rating: 
(4 / 5)
Red blend from Richard Childress Vineyards in Lexingon, North Carolina. Blend of Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Merlot. Medium red complexion. Light to medium bodied. Strong aroma of cherry and a hint of raspberry on the nose. Strong cherry and a little oaky with a hint of raspberry in the mouth. Oaky and medium bold. Light tannins. Fairly sweet on the tongue and goes down fairly dry and smooth, with a nice, silky mouthfeel. Medium acidity and a tart finish. Pairs with bbq, grilled burger and cheese. 12.5% ABV. Price: $9.99.
Birichino Malvasia Bianca 2018
Rating: (4.8 / 5)
Malvasia white wine from Monterey, California. 100% Malvasia grapes. Light complexion. Light bodied. Flowery notes of citrus and pear on the nose. Floral and citrus notes of lemon, lime, peach and a hint of jasmine in the mouth. A little sweet on the tongue and dry on the palate, with medium acidity and a lingering finish. A very pleasant wine to drink. Pairs with turkey, chicken, fish and salad. 13% ABV. Price: $12.99.
Grayson Cellars 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon
Rating: (5 / 5)
Cabernet Sauvignon red wine from Napa, California. Dark red complexion. Full bodied. Mix blackberry, raspberry and black cherry on the nose. Blackberry, black cherry, plum, raspberry, oaky and a hint of plum in the mouth with a bit of strawberry in the finish. Medium tannins. Dry with a sweet tinge on the front and in the end with a long, lingering finish. Pairs with hibachi, pasta and cheese. 13.5% ABV. Price: $9.99.
Andezon 2018 Cotes du Rhone
Rating: (3.8 / 5)
Syrah red wine from France. Deep violet complexion. Medium to full bodied. Strong aromas of blackberry, black cherry and earthy notes on the nose. Fruity, earthy, leathery and smoky with blackberry, black cherry, raspberry and a hint of licorice in the mouth. Medium bold. strong tannins. Tinge of sweetness yet very dry, and an interesting finish. Pairs well with bbq beef brisket, smoked meats and cheese. 14.5% ABV. Price: $14.99.
Le Paria 2019 Grenache
Rating: (5 / 5)
Grenache red wine from France. Ruby red complexion. Medium bodied. Strong, flowery notes of red and black fruits with strawberry, blueberry and blackberry on the nose. Bursting with strong, complex flavors of strawberry, blueberry, blackberry, a little peppery and a hint of clove in the mouth. Medium bold. Medium tannins. Dry with a spicy and very smooth finish. Pairs well with steak and cheese. 14.1% ABV. Price: $10.99.