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.
Casa Castillo 2017 Monastrell
Rating: (3.8 / 5)
Monastrell red wine from Jumilla, Spain. Medium complexion. Medium bodied. Cherry, leathery and earthy aromas. Flavors of cherry, blackberry and strawberry in the mouth. Leathery, earthy and fairly bold. Medium tannins. Medium dry, with medium acidity, a high alcohol taste and smooth finish. Pairs with burgers, beef summer sausage and cheese. 15% ABV. Price: $9.99.
DWR-249 – French Bordeaux and Salted Caramel Porter With Gummies
This is the two hundred forty-ninth episode of the live winestream. We open a Bordeaux from France! We also review a salted caramel porter from California. Plus, milk chocolate, mac & cheese gummies and Open Chat.
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French Bordeaux and Salted Caramel Porter With Gummies
Tonight we open a Bordeaux from France! We also review a salted caramel porter from California. Plus, milk chocolate, mac & cheese gummies and Open Chat. Join in the chats at 10 PM EDT for The Saturday Night Winestream and Drink With Rick!
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The Den 2019 Pinotage
Rating: 
(4.4 / 5)
Pinotage red wine from South Africa. 100% Pinotage grape. Deep ruby red complexion. Medium to full bodied. Mix of black and red fruits, with earth and oak on the nose. Blackberry and boysenberry with a hint of in the mouth. A little smoky, earthy, oaky and not too bold. Medium tannins. Sweet on the tongue but dry in the mouth. Starts off bold and goes down easy with a smooth finish. Pairs with steak, smoked meats and cheddar cheese. 13.5% ABV. Price: $14.99.
Lillie’s Collection 2016 Red Blend
Rating: (4.8 / 5)
Red wine from Middleton, California. Blend of 50% Merlot, 44% Petite Syrah, and 6% Cabernet Sauvignon. Medium to dark complexion. Full bodied. Complex aromas of leather, earth and dark fruits with black cherry and blackberry. A very berry mix of blackberry and cherry with a lot of leathery and earthy notes in the mouth. Fruit forward, oaky and fairly bold. Medium tannins. Fairly dry, with medium acidity. Very smooth finish. Pairs well with grilled burger, pasta and cheese. 13.5% ABV. Price: $9.99.