Rating: 
(3.5 / 5)
Merlot red wine from France. Very dark red complexion. Full bodied. Strong aromas of red fruits with cherry and raspberry on the nose. Cherry, raspberry and blackberry in the mouth. Very bold. Peppery with lots of smooth tannins. Very dry, with high acidity and a very long, lasting finish with an alcohol taste. Pairs with burger, steak and pizza. 14.2% ABV. Price: $6.99.
Les Peyrautins Pinot Noir 2019
Rating: 
(4.8 / 5)
Pinot Noir red wine from France. Nice deep ruby red color. Medium bodied. Cherry and oak on the nose. Cherry, blackberry and oak with a hint of vanilla and a slight tinge of strawberry in the mouth. A little sweetness on the tongue. Medium tannins. Dry and oaky, with a light finish. Pairs with barbecue and cheese. 13% ABV. Price: $12.99.
Meyer Family Cellars Syrah 2015
Rating: (4.8 / 5)
Syrah red wine from Yorkville, California. Deep red complexion. Full bodied. Strong aromas of cherry and cedar on the nose. Complex notes of cherry, oak, vanilla and licorice with a hint of blueberry in the mouth. Earthy, leathery and very bold. Lots of tannins. Dry and very smooth, with nice, long, lingering finish. Pairs very well with steak and cheese. 14.2% ABV. Price: $12.99.
La Petite Gargotte Blanc de Blancs 2019
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.
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.
DWR-250 – Orange Blossom Mead and Ozeki Saki with Open Chat
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Orange Blossom Mead and Ozeki Saki with Open Chat
Tonight we open an Orange Blossom Mead! We also review an Ozeki Sake. Plus, national days, a new book giveaway, and more. Join in the chats at 10 PM EDT for the 250th episode celebration of The Saturday Night Winestream and Drink With Rick!
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