Inn at Pleasant Lake » Blended Red

The Magnificent Wine Company, House Wine Red, WA, 2007

lindamackenzie — Fri, 22 Jul 2011 14:37:38 +0000

On the lighter side, showing lovely red berry and sweet red pepper flavors that settle gently onto a bed of silky tannins. Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Merlot, Malbec, Zinfandel, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. $26

A by Acacia, Red Blend, Sonoma, California, 2007

lindamackenzie — Fri, 22 Jul 2011 14:36:14 +0000

Medium bodied Rhône style blend. Plum and black cherry flavor with a hint of vanilla, framed by velvety tannins and a nice finish. 92% Syrah, some Mourvèdre, Cinsault and Viognier. $30

Vilafonté, Series M, Paarl, South Africa, 2003

lindamackenzie — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 15:08:22 +0000

Superb blend, 41% Merlot, 39% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Malbec and 4% Cabernet Franc. Has lots of delicious raspberry and cassis fruit with mocha and mineral notes. Very polished texture and nice structured finish. $54

Château La Nerthe, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, France, 2005

lindamackenzie — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 15:06:47 +0000

Yummy, displaying lots of raspberry, blackberry and licorice. Notes of tobacco and roasted herb. Long smoky finish with fine acidity. $58

Justin, Isosceles, Paso Robles, California, 2005

lindamackenzie — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 15:04:20 +0000

Such a treat. 77% Cabernet, 42% Syrah, 14% Mourvedre. Smooth, elegant and refined. Nice focus on juicy red currant, black cherry and wild berry ending with a long complex finish that keeps the flavors reverberating. $110

Girard, Artistry, Napa Valley, California, 2006

lindamackenzie — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 15:03:06 +0000

Well focused, richly flavored and balanced. 59% Cabernet, 13% Cabernet Franc, 13% Petit Verdot, 8% Malbec, 7% Merlot. Gains depth on the long finish. $74

Linne Calodo, Rising Tides, Paso Robles, California, 2006

lindamackenzie — Sat, 09 Aug 2008 03:27:15 +0000

Sexy and opulent. 44% Grenache, 42% Syrah, 14% Mourvedre. Deep ruby color, intense candied black cherry aromas, intermixed with spice and licorice. Wonderful texture and purity. A stunning Rhone blend. $98

Warwick, Estate Reserve, Stellenbosch, South Africa, 2001

lindamackenzie — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 02:17:33 +0000

Excellent now. Focused red, with taut vanilla, mineral, red currant, truffle and smoke notes. Good tannins and plenty of length, with an extra wave of fruit on the finish. $42

Louis Bernard, Côtes du Rhône-Villages, France, 2007

lindamackenzie — Sun, 01 Jun 2008 23:50:22 +0000

Delicious blend (70% Grenache, 30% Syrah) with notable raspberry fruit and spice. $34

Falesco, Vitiano, Umbria, Italy, 2004

lindamackenzie — Sun, 01 Jun 2008 23:49:32 +0000

Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon combine to create a well balanced delicious wine. Notes of plum, berry and chocolate, medium body and polished tannins. $28