Rating: 
(4 / 5)
Red blend from Spain. 55% Syrah, 45% Grenache. Medium red complexion. Medium bodied. Pleasant aromas of cherry, blackberry and oak on the nose. Juicy notes of blackberry, cherry, vanilla and a hint of strawberry in the mouth. Oaky and fairly bold. Jammy with medium tannins. A little sweet on the tongue and very dry going down. It has a very long finish but a very nice one. Pleasant to drink. Pairs with beef, burger, pasta, pizza and cheese. May be best served decanted with food. 14.5% ABV. Price: $8.99.
grenache
Puerta de Plata Reserva 2014
Rating: 
(3.8 / 5)
Red blend from Petaluna, Spain. Blend of 60% Tempranillo and 40% Grenache. Dark red complexion. Full bodied. Jammy mix of fruits with cherry, blackberry and leather on the nose. Jammy and busy mix of blackberry, blueberry and plum in the mouth. Earthy, leathery and fairly bold. Oaky and smoky with medium tannins. Very dry and tart with a nice lingering finish. Chill and decant for about half an hour before serving. Pairs with pasta, beef and cheese. 14.5% ABV. Price: $7.99.
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.
Castieres de Nimes Mata’Or 2019 GSM
Rating: 
(4.2 / 5)
Limed edition GSM red wine from France. Recommended to decant 2 hours before consumption. Blend of grenache, syrah and mourvedre. Deep complexion. Full bodied. Blackberry on the nose. Peppery with blackberry and chocolate notes in the mouth. Oaky, very bold and fairly smooth with a lot of tannins. Very dry, with high acidity. Pairs well with smoked sausage, smoked beef brisket and cheese. 14.5% ABV. Price: $14.99.
Momentum Solare 2020 Tasting and Review
I open, taste, review a red blend from France! Plus, National Cat Day, TV trivia puzzle books, and the premiere of a comedy-horror Super 8mm film produced over 40 years ago and never shown on the Internet! Join in the chats at 10 PM EDT for the Saturday Night Winestream and Drink With Rick!
Escorlada 2018 red wine
Rating: (4.2 / 5)
Garnacha Tintorera red wine from Spain. Full bodied and bold. Black cherry, blackberry and earthy on the nose. Black fruit, plum and smoky in the mouth with a lot of tannins. fairly smooth, lingering finish. Note: Painting on the label of the bottle is from the British National Maritime Museum and depicts the British Navy defeating the Spanish fleet. 14.5% ABV. Price: $19.99.
DWR-172 – La Sonriente 2020 Garnacha Tasting and Review
This is the one hundred seventy-second episode of the live winestream. I open, taste, and review a La Sonriente 2020 Garnacha (grenache) from Spain. We also toast Labor Day. Plus, a dog food review, a tour of the Drink With Rick web site, dad jokes and Open Chat!
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La Sonriente 2020 Garnacha Tasting and Review
I open, taste, review a La Sonriente 2020 Garnacha (grenache) from Spain. We also toast Labor Day. Plus, a dog food review, a tour of the Drink With Rick web site, dad jokes and Open Chat. Join in the chats at 10 PM EDT for The Saturday Night Winestream and Drink With Rick!
DWR-121 – Puerta de Plata Reserva 2014 Tasting and Review
This is the one hundred twenty-first episode of the live winestream. I open, taste and review a Puerta de Plata Reserva 2014 from Spain purchased from Trader Joe’s in Charlotte, NC. We also toast birthdays, anniversaries and national days. Plus, how to win a free bottle of wine in July, dad jokes and Open Chat!
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This podcast is the audio version of the video winestream, edited with consideration for the listener. Did I enjoy the wine? Do I recommend it? Listen to find out. Do you have a favorite wine you would recommend? Is there a wine you are curious about and would like me to try? Tell me what it is and I may give it a review on a future Winestream. Send your suggestions and comments to rick(at)savoiamedia.com or send them through the contact form on my website at drinkwithrick.com! Drink With Rick is a member of the new Savoia Media Network.
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DWR-98 – Le Paria 2019 Grenache Tasting and Review
This is the ninety-eighth episode of the live winestream. I open, taste and review a Le Paria 2019 Grenache from France purchased from Winestore in Blakeney, NC. We also toast birthdays, an anniversary, and national days. Plus, it’s Open Chat night!
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This podcast is the audio version of the video winestream, edited with consideration for the listener. Did I enjoy the wine? Do I recommend it? Listen to find out. Do you have a favorite wine you would recommend? Is there a wine you are curious about and would like me to try? Tell me what it is and I may give it a review on a future Winestream. Send your suggestions and comments to rick(at)savoiamedia.com or send them through the contact form on my website at drinkwithrick.com! Drink With Rick is a member of the new Savoia Media Network.
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