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Ray Jordan95 points
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Ned Goodwin MW95 points
- Variety Cabernet Blend
- Vintage 2016
- Brand Chateau Yaldara
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
1847 Wines "The Pinnacle" Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 2016"There's a bright, spicy appearance to this Cabernet Shiraz old Australian cla..."$84.99 -
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- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Birichino Estate
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Birichino St. George Central Coast Pinot Noir 2021"The 2021 St Georges derives primarily from the elegant, floral, very small-be..."$90.00 -
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Wine Enthusiast92 points
- Variety Nebbiolo
- Vintage 2012
- Brand Bodegas Sonsierra
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Bodegas Sonsierra 'Pagos de la Sonsierra' Reserva 2012"Concentrated black-fruit aromas are charred and savory, with notes of grilled..."$79.00 -
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- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2022
- Brand Pooley Wines
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Bubb + Pooley WKR Pinot Noir 2022"As you bring the glass to your nose, a captivating bouquet of aromas unfolds...."$89.99 -
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Campbell Mattin95 points
- Variety Grenache Blend
- Vintage 2017
- Brand Bulman Type
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 15.0% Alcohol
Bulman Type Gigondas 2017"A blend of 80% Grenache and 20% Syrah, made by Mark Bulman with a long histor..."$85.00 -
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- Variety Red Blends
- Vintage 2017
- Brand Italo Cescon
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 15.0% Alcohol
Ca'Della Scala Pianissimo Amarone della Valpolicella 2017"Grapes are sourced from the north of Verona, in the hilly vineyards with medi..."$99.00 -
- Variety Barbera
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Cavallotto
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Cavallotto Barbera d'Alba Vigna del Cuculo 2020"2020 Cavallotto Barbera d'Alba Vigna del Cuculo comes from a wonderfully bala..."$85.00 -
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James Suckling96 points
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Decanter95 points
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Vinous95 points
- Variety Cabernet Blend
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Château Beychevelle
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Chateau Branaire Ducru 2020"A prestigious wine, "Cru Classé" with the soul forged by three centuries of h..."$99.00 -
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James Suckling92 points
- Variety Red Blends
- Vintage 2016
- Brand Chateau Citran
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Red
Chateau Citran 2016"Château Citran 2016 is an exceptional wine that I'd be delighted to tell you ..."$90.00 -
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James Suckling92-93 points
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Robert Parker's90-92 points
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Decanter93 points
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Vinous90 points
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Jancis Robinson16.5 points
- Variety Cabernet Blend
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Château Ormes-de-Pez
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Chateau Ormes de Pez 2020"Merlot 54%, Cabernet Sauvignon 38%, Cabernet Franc 4%, Petit Verdot 4% Thi..."$79.99 -
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James Suckling96 points
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Antonio Galloni94 points
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Robert Parker's93 points
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Neil Martin93 points
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Decanter93 points
- Variety Merlot Blend
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Chateau Prieure-Lichine
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Chateau Prieure Lichine 2020"Château Prieuré-Lichine is a jewel of the Margaux appellation. Its wines exp..."$95.00 -
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- Variety Cabernet Sauvignon
- Vintage 1998
- Brand Chateau Reynella
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Chateau Reynella Basket Pressed Cabernet Sauvignon 1998"Beautiful structured juicy palate of great character. A full bodied, complex ..."$99.00 -
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2004
- Brand Chateau Reynella
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Chateau Reynella Basket Pressed Shiraz 2004"The Reynell brand is a recent innovation that encompasses the very best McLar..."$99.90 -
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Wine Enthusiast92 points
- Variety Cabernet Sauvignon
- Vintage 2009
- Brand d'Arenberg
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
D'Arenberg The Coppermine Road Cabernet Sauvignon 2009"The nose exhibits textbook Cabernet aromatics of black currant leaf, violets ..."$79.99 -
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James Halliday97 points
- Variety Cabernet Sauvignon
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Deep Woods
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Deep Woods Estate Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2019"Renowned in Margaret River, Deep Woods Estate is celebrated for crafting vibr..."$95.00 -
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James Halliday98 points
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James Suckling95 points
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Erin Larkin94+ points
- Variety Cabernet Sauvignon
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Deep Woods
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Deep Woods Estate Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2021"Renowned in Margaret River, Deep Woods Estate is celebrated for crafting vibr..."$95.00 -
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- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2022
- Brand Devotus Winery
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Devotus 'Aprentis of Devotus' Pinot Noir 2022"This is a special opportunity to get in on the ground of what we believe will..."$89.00 -
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2016
- Brand Bindi
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Dhillon Col Mountain Shiraz 2016"'This wine, to state the obvious, has been quite a while coming! In 2014 we b..."$89.00 -
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Decanter91 points
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Alistair Cooper93 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Domaine AF Gros
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Domaine Af Gros Bourgogne Hautes Cotes De Nuits 2021"There has been a sorting table at the family winery since 2008, after which t..."$79.99 -
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Burghound90 points
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Alistair Cooper95 points
- Variety Gamay
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Domaine AF Gros
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Domaine Af Gros Moulin a Vent 'En Mortperay' 2021"A unique wine, and not a typcal Beaujolais. This Gamay sourced from the regio..."$85.00 -
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Wine Spectator92 points
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Joe Czerwinski91 points
- Variety Syrah
- Vintage 2013
- Brand Domaine du Colombier
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Domaine du Colombier "Cuvee Gaby" Crozes-Hermitage 2013"Denser than the regular Crozes rouge, like a dry vintage port with blueberry,..."$84.99 -
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Joe Czerwinski94 points
- Variety Grenache Blend
- Vintage 2015
- Brand Domaine du Vieux Telegraphe
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Domaine du Vieux Telegraphe Chateauneuf-Du-Pape La Crau 375ml 2015"Grapes are hand-picked, with double sorting at the vine, followed by a third ..."$87.00 -
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- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2014
- Brand Jean-Luc & Eric Burguet
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Domaine Jean Luc & Eric Burguet Les Prince Vin Bourgogne 2014"The red wines are simply brilliant: most of what I’ve tasted so far has been ..."$85.00 -
- Variety Syrah
- Vintage 2016
- Brand Domaine Michelas St Jemms
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Domaine Michelas St Jemms Crozes Hermitage Terres D'Arce 2016"Domaine Michelas st Jemms are the oldest individual winery in Crozes Hermitag..."$89.99
Red Wine
Red wine is made from dark-colored grape varieties. The juice from these grapes is used to make red wine, and during the fermentation process, the juice is in contact with the grape skins, which gives red wine its color. The most common types of red wine include Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, and Shiraz/Syrah. The flavors of red wine can range from fruity to spicy, and the tannins (a naturally occurring compound that can make wine taste dry) can range from low to high. Red wine is typically served at room temperature and is often paired with red meat and strong cheeses.
Red wine is typically aged in oak barrels before it is bottled, which can add flavors and aromas such as vanilla, spice, and toast to the wine. The aging process can also affect the tannins and acidity of the wine, making it taste smoother and more balanced. Different types of red wine are typically enjoyed with different types of food. For example, a bold, full-bodied red wine like a Cabernet Sauvignon is often paired with red meat, while a lighter, fruitier red wine like a Pinot Noir is often paired with fish or poultry. In addition, there are also variations in red wine depending on the region of production, for instance, red wine from Bordeaux region of France are known for its complexity and aging potential, whereas red wine from Tuscany region of Italy are known for its rustic and earthy notes.
Red wine can be made using a variety of techniques and methods, each of which can affect the final taste and quality of the wine. For example, some winemakers use "cold soak" techniques to extract more color and flavor from the grapes. Cold soak is a method in which the grapes are left to macerate in the juice at a low temperature for a period of time before fermentation, this can extract more color and flavor from the grape skins without extracting too much tannin from the seeds. Other winemakers use "whole cluster fermentation" techniques to extract more complexity and depth from the wine. Whole cluster fermentation refers to fermenting the grapes with the stems included, which can add more tannin and structure to the wine.
The alcohol content of red wine can vary, but it is typically around 12-15% alcohol by volume (ABV). Some red wines, particularly those from warmer regions or those made using certain techniques, can have a higher alcohol content. For example, some Zinfandel wines produced in California can reach up to 16% alcohol by volume.
The flavor and aroma of red wine can be influenced by many factors, including the grape variety, the terroir (soil, climate, and topography) of the vineyard, and the winemaking techniques used. For example, a Pinot Noir from a cool climate region will have a high acidity and fruity flavors, while a Shiraz from a warm climate region will have a higher alcohol content, a more full-bodied texture, and a more spicy and black pepper profile.
Different styles of red wine can be enjoyed at different occasions, for example, some red wines are best consumed young and fresh, while others are meant to be aged for several years. For example, a young and fresh Beaujolais wine made from Gamay grapes can be consumed within a year or two, while a Bordeaux wine made from Cabernet Sauvignon grapes can be aged for several years.
Different types of red wine are typically enjoyed with different types of food. For example, a bold, full-bodied red wine like a Cabernet Sauvignon is often paired with red meat, while a lighter, fruitier red wine like a Pinot Noir is often paired with fish or poultry.
Different regions also have their signature red wines, for instance, red wine from Bordeaux region of France are known for its complexity and aging potential, whereas red wine from Tuscany region of Italy are known for its rustic and earthy notes.