Red Blend
Red
The difference between a “varietal” and a “blended wine” is that varietals by law must have minimums of 75%-85% of a single grape, while blended wines can have more than ten different grapes combined to create the finished wine. There may be a perception among some, that Red Wine Blends are inferior to varietal wines, but in fact the blending of quality grapes from various regions often produces highly regarded results.
Some of the most famous red wine blends include; Super Tuscan, a blend started in Italy that contains Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Sangiovese, Syrah, Merlot and Petite Verdot. France has its own famous blends, such as Bordeaux Red Blends (Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Petite Verdot and Carmenere) and Rhône-Style Blends that may have up to 15 different grapes in the mix.
Winemakers enjoy the creative blending process as they attempt to create new and exciting flavors and aroma profiles. Some of the wines are mixed in stainless steel vats while others are put on oak. The results of each blend are quite unique. Other popular red wine blends include; Heritage, Chianti, Amarone, Priorat, and Port as well as a number of others. We have featured a Red Blend in each of our six wine clubs. See our current selection below.
PharaohMoans Winery
PharaohMoans Winery might be the most adventurously name winery in California but its record speaks for itself.
If the name of this winery seems a bit strange, maybe an explanation i ...
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Bodega de Edgar
A family-oriented operation striving to make the best possible wines
When Edgar Torres’ parents arrived in the Central Coast Town of Cambri ...
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Rucksack Cellars
Showcasing unique characteristics and varietals with a spirit of exploration and discovery
It is called Rucksack Cellars in honor of the backpack owner Paul Bush ...
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Porterhouse Winery
"I was my specific intention to produce a wine that would stand up to its namesake cut of meat and the incredible flavors it produced."
One usually refers to a porterhouse as an exceptionally fine cut of st ...
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