In this episode, Jeff opens up a value wine for #CabernetDay.
Wine Tasted:
Trader Joe’s Grand Reserve 2011 Lot #18 Atlas Peak Cabernet Sauvignon
After the Fact:
1. Jeff forgot to score this wine on camera.
2. To see what he scored it, check out the Rad Wine Reviews Page.
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Jeff
Have you tried this wine? What’s your favorite value Cabernet Sauvignon? Leave a comment, and let us know.
In this episode, Jeff dives into two wines for #CabernetDay…
Wines Tasted:
Franciscan Estate 2010 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and Wild Horse 2010 Central Coast 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon
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It’s Cabernet Day!
Considering I didn’t plan this event out at all, I ran over to the Safeway and picked up this…
Two Vines and One Big Glass!
The Columbia Crest 2009 Two Vines Cabernet Sauvignon cost me $6 at Safeway. This Washington State winery consistently makes some good wines at a good value. In spite of the Two Vines series being Columbia Crest’s entry-level label, Wine and Spirits gave it a 90… So… You know…
Here’s my take…
Color: It’s a deep dark red. Nice.
Nose: Toasty oak dominates over hints of raspberry and plum.
Taste: There’s this big ripe plum and cranberry fruit up front. The Two Vines has these nice, round, and (dare I say it) chalky tannins. You know I love chalk! There’s a good lime fruit acidity to this wine.
Score: The 2009 Two Vines is a great buy. It’s a great table wine AND the perfect thing to bring to a last-minute Cabernet Day celebration. Give it a solid 88 and drink it… NOW!
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Jeff
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