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SOLD OUTRed Thread 2016 Red Blend

Featured in our Platinum Wine of the Month Club

: Napa Valley AVA
94 Points — Tastings.com (Beverage Testing Institute)
90 Points — Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate
Best in Class — SF Chronicle Wine Competition
92 Points — Wine Enthusiast

Appellation: Howell Mountain, Napa Valley AVA
Grapes: 57% Zinfandel, 28% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Petite Sirah
Aged: in oak
Cases Produced: 175

A dense, complex Red Blend from the Brakesman family’s estate vineyard on Howell Mountain in Napa Valley, the Red Thread 2016 Red Wine Blend is comprised of 57% Zinfandel, 28% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 15% Petite Sirah. Black ruby in color, this wine offers inviting aromas of herbs de Provence, mocha latte, leather, baking chocolate, vanilla and boysenberry. The palate is fruity and full-bodied with warming, intricate flavors of raspberry crumble, flourless chocolate cake, smoked almonds, and honey drizzled golden raisins that carry through to the long and lingering finish. Well-integrated tannins and moderate oak offer structure and support to the complexity and range of flavors.

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Recommended Food Pairings

Greek Meatballs with Tzatziki

Syrah and lamb were made for each other. The structure of the Cabernet Sauvignon pairs nicely with lamb's richness. Enjoy with a Red Blend featured in your recent wine club shipment.

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Bobotie (ba-boor-tea) - the national dish of South Africa

A delicious mixture of curried meat and fruit with a creamy golden topping, not dissimilar to moussaka. Enjoy with your recent shipment of South African wines from the International Wine Club.

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Wine Braised Short Ribs

A perfect 'go-to' braised short ribs recipe that is great for entertaining as well as paired along side a bottle of Red Blend. Try enjoying it with a wine from your wine subscription box!

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