Rating: 
(3.8 / 5)
Pinot Noir red wine from Santa Maria Valley, California. Medium complexion. Medium bodied. Cherry, strawberry, oaky and earthy on the nose. Cherry, strawberry, oaky and earthy with a hint of licorice and vanilla in the mouth. A little smoky. Light tannins. Very dry, with high acidity and a long finish. Pairs well with steak, smoked turkey, grilled vegetables and cheese. 14.4% ABV. Price: $12.99.
Wine Reviews
This is a list of the wines reviewed on the show, along with a rating from Rick.
Kuleto Estate Native Son 2016 Red Blend
Rating: 
(4.8 / 5)
Red blend of 27% Zinfandel, 22% Malbec, 20% Petite Syrah, 20% Merlot and 11% Tempranillo. The five different grapes are sourced from 90% Lake County and 10% Napa County, California. Dark red complexion. Full bodied. Strong aromas of cherry, strawberry and oak. Strong cherry, blackberry and strawberry, with and a hint of raspberry chocolate in the mouth. Oaky and very bold. Strong tannins. Very dry with a sweet tinge on the edges going down the throat. Complex and somewhat acidic. Fruity and flowery finish. Pairs well with steak, smoked meats and cheese. 14.5% ABV. Price: $12.99.
Prayers of Sinners 2018 Red Blend
Rating: 
(4.2 / 5)
Red blend from Washington. Blend of 90% Syrah and 10% Merlot. Dark complexion. Full bodied. Oak, tobacco and blackberry on the nose. Blackberry and black cherry with a hint of raspberry and chocolate in the mouth. Oaky and fairly bold. strong tannins. Very dry, with medium acidity and a nice finish. Pairs with smoked meats and cheese. 14.5% ABV. Price: $14.99.
Paris Valley Road 2017 Founder’s Blend
Rating: 
(4.4 / 5)
Red blend from Paso Robles, California. Varietal blend of 43% Petite Syrah, 29% Zinfandel/Primitivo, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Syrah and 2% Merlot. Dark complexion. Full bodied. Bold mix of cherry and blackberry on the nose. Nice mix of cherry, blackberry, raspberry and vanilla with a hint of strawberry in the mouth, and a little plum and licorice at the end. Oaky and bold. Medium tannins. Very dry, with medium acidity and a nice, smooth finish. Pairs with steak and hard cheese. 14.5% ABV. Price: $14.99.
Rosso di Ca’ Momi 2018 Red Blend
Rating: 
(4 / 5)
Red blend from Napa, California. varietal consisting of Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, Merlot and Petite Syrah. Very deep ruby red complexion. Full bodied. Aromas of cherry, blackberry and raspberry with a little oak on the nose. Complex flavors of red and black fruits, with blackberry, cherry, raspberry and a hint of blueberry in the mouth. Oaky and very bold. Strong tannins. Very dry, with high acidity and a nice, lingering finish. Pairs well with grilled lamb and sharp cheese. 13.5% ABV. Price: $8.97.
Gun Dog 2019 Malbec
Rating: (3.8 / 5)
Malbec red wine from Mendoza, Argentina. Dark red complexion. Full bodied. Black cherry on the nose. Black cherry and blackberry with a hint of plum, smoke and black pepper in the mouth. A little earthy and fairly bold. Nice medium, smooth tannins. Fairly dry, with medium acidity and a quick finish. Pairs well with grilled burger and cheese. 13% ABV. Price: $9.99.
Black Box Cabernet Sauvignon
Rating: 
(1 / 5)
Cabernet Sauvignon red wine from Chile packed in a box by Blackbox Wines in Lodi, California. Dark, medium to full bodied complexion. Aromas of cherry, blackberry and red fruits on the nose. Cherry, blackberry and a hint of plum in the mouth. A little oak and vanilla. Medium tannins. light, weak taste. Dry, with medium to high acidity and a light, soft finish. Pairs with beef and cheese. 13% ABV. 500ml price: $6.99. 3L price: $14.99.
Clos du Bois 2016 Zinfandel
Rating: (4.2 / 5)
Zinfandel red wine from California. Deep ruby red complexion. Full bodied. Cherry and raspberry on the nose. Strong cherry and raspberry with a hint of strawberry and a little peppery in the mouth. A slight hint of licorice and cinnamon. a little oaky and very bold. Medium tannins. Fairly dry, with light acidity and a smooth finish. Pairs well with steak and cheese. 13.5% ABV. Price: $11.99.
Gaetano D’Aquino 2016 Chianti
Rating: (4.4 / 5)
Sangiovese red wine from Toscana, Italy. Available from Trader Joe’s. Nice Cranberry color complexion. Medium bodied. Aromas of red fruit, with cherry, strawberry, and oak on the nose. Strong cherry with strawberry, cranberry and a hint of chocolate in the mouth. Earthy and oaky. Lots of tannins. Very dry, with higher acidity and a short finish. Pairs well with barbeque, grilled steak, pasta and cheese. 13% ABV. Price: $5.99.
Gestos 2018 Malbec
Rating: 
(5 / 5)
Malbec red wine from Mendoza, Argentina. Available at Trader Joe’s. Blend of 50% Malbec grown at 3600 feet above sea level and 50% Malbec grown at 2300 feet above sea level. Medium complexion. Medium bodied. Strong aromas of blackberry, and blueberry on the nose. Strong, complex mix of flavors with blueberry, blackberry and a little bit of chocolate in the mouth. Earthy and slightly oaky. Light tannins. Fairly dry, with light acidity and a nice light, smooth, silky finish. Easy drinking wine. Pairs well with smoked beef brisket, steak and cheese. 13.5% ABV. Price: $8.99.