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DWR-259 – Super Happy Red Blend With a Cinter Wonderland Cider

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This is the two hundred fifty-ninth episode of the live winestream. We open a Super Happy red blend from California! We also review a hard cider from Virginia. Plus, National Days, dad jokes more!

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Super Happy Red Blend With a Cinter Wonderland Cider

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Tonight we open a Super Happy red blend from California! We also review a hard cider from Virginia. Plus, National Days, dad jokes more! Join in the chats at 10 PM ET for The Saturday Night Winestream and Drink With Rick! https://www.drinkwithrick.com

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Amancay Winery Reserva Malbec 2020

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Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars (3.5 / 5)
Amancay Winery Reserva Malbec 2020Malbec red wine from Argentina. Medium red complexion. Medium bodied. Strong earthy aromas of blackberry and oak on the nose. Earthy, with blackberry, chocolate and a hint of strawberry and minerals in the mouth. Oaky and fairly bold. Light tannins. Dry, with an alcohol taste and a fairly long, smooth finish. Pairs with steak and cheese. May be best served chilled and decanted. 14% ABV. Price: $6.99.

BankNote The Vault 2018

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Rating: 3 out of 5 stars (3 / 5)
BankNote The Vault 2018Red blend from Napa Valley, California. 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Syrah, 8% Malbec and 7% Zinfandel. Dark red complexion. Full bodied. Strong aromas of blackberry and oak on the nose. Blackberry, tobacco and leather in the mouth. Jammy, oaky and very bold. Lots of tannins. Very dry, with a very long finish. Pairs with pizza and cheese. May be best served decanted. 14.5% ABV. Price: $24.99.

Gascon 2019 Malbec

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Rating: 4.2 out of 5 stars (4.2 / 5)
Gascon 2019 MalbecMalbec red wine from Mendoza, Argentina. Nice ruby color. Medium bodied. Blueberry and blackberry on the nose. Blueberry, plum and a hint of chocolate in the mouth. Smoky and leathery. Nice, light, very smooth tannins. Dry, with a nice finish. Pairs with steak and potatoes. 13.5% ABV. Price: $12.99.

Tentadora 2017 Malbec

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Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (4.8 / 5)
Tentadora 2017 MalbecMalbec red wine from Salta, Argentina. Deep purple complexion. Full bodied. Blackberry and leathery on the nose. Blackberry, blueberry and a hint of chocolate in the mouth. Leathery and fairly bold. Medium tannins. Very dry with a nice, very smooth finish. Pairs with grilled burger, smoked turkey and cheese. 14.5% ABV. Price: $12.99.

Pizzella Malbec 2019

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Rating: 4.2 out of 5 stars (4.2 / 5)
Pizzella Malbec 2019Malbec red wine from Mendoza, Argentina. 100% Malbec. Deep red complexion. Full bodied. Strong earthy aromas of black fruit on the nose. Strong earthy notes of blackberry and black cherry with a hint of chocolate in the mouth. Oaky, smoky and fairly bold. Medium tannins. Sweet on the tongue but rather dry in the mouth. Very smooth with a short finish. Pairs well with grilled burger and cheese. 13.5% ABV. Price: $14.99.

Childress Vineyards Barrel Select 3 Red Wine

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Rating: 4 out of 5 stars (4 / 5)
Childress Vineyards Barrel Select 3 Red WineRed 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.

Gun Dog 2019 Malbec

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Rating: 3.8 out of 5 stars (3.8 / 5)
Gun Dog 2019 MalbecMalbec 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.

Gestos 2018 Malbec

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Rating: 5 out of 5 stars (5 / 5)
Gestos 2018 MalbecMalbec 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.