Red Wines BTG Flashcards
What are the Cabernet Sauvignons that we carry?
Substance by Charles Smith, Columbia Valley, Cabernet Sauvignon, 2022
RouteStock Cellars, Napa, Cabernet Sauvignon, 2022
Orin Swift, Palermo, Napa, Cabernet Sauvignon, 2021
Substance ‘Cs’
Substance by Charles Smith, Columbia Valley, Cabernet Sauvignon, 2022
Dry, 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Blackberry, plum and black currant notes on the palate. Long finish, strong tannins with earthy and vanilla undertones. Moderate oak throughout. Full bodied and very well balanced
native yeast, 100% whole berry fermentation | 10
months barrel-aged on lees in 15% new French oak barriques
RouteStock Cellars
RouteStock Cellars, Napa, Cabernet Sauvignon, 2022
Varietal blend: 89.5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Merlot, 3.5% Cabernet Franc, 2% Malbec and 1% Petit Verdot
Barrel Aging: 10 months in 98% French oak, 92% neutral and 8% new, and 2% American Oak
Great fruit from 4 different vineyards. Uses native yeasts, natural malolactic fermentation and no chemical additions
A deep magenta color leads to an enveloping aroma of cedar, shaved graphite, black plum, and dried thyme. The flavor and structure is all Napa Valley! The wine is medium-full bodied with a beautiful rich, supple texture and flavors of dark fruit, exotic spices (nutmeg & cinnamon), tobacco, coffee, and dark chocolate. There is a nice brightness from the acidity, a subtle kiss of tannin, and nice ripe fruit to make this a complete Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Orin Swift
Orin Swift, Palermo, Napa, Cabernet Sauvignon, 2021
Offering up cherries, cassis and slightly earthy scents, plus hints of cinnamon and nutmeg on the nose, it’s full-bodied and nicely balanced, with its firmness matched by softness.
A luscious, dark-berry center is surrounded by plush tannins and a full body in this broad, rather tannic but soothing wine. Dark chocolate, cocoa and baked blueberries give a lot of mouthfilling satisfaction as you sip.
78% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc blend
Malbec
Terrazas de los Andes, Altos del Plata, Mendoza, Argentina, Malbec, 2021
Smooth Malbec. Finishes smoothly with a slight cherry flavor but not jammy.
Aromas of Red and black fruits such as plums, strawberries cherries and blackberries, floral notes such as violets. touches of spices and minerals.
Dry - medium body with ripe tannins and balanced acidity. nice long persistent finish.
Aging in oak barrels from new to 4 uses for 12 months.
Merlot
Robert Hall, Paso Robles, Merlot, 2021
90% Merlot, 7% Cab Franc, 3% Petite Sirah
Aromas of ripe black cherry, dried herbs, and spice. The wine is full-bodied with rich concentrated fruit flavors and fine-grained tannins on the finish.
TASTING NOTES: Our 2021 Robert Hall Merlot has aromas of ripe black cherry, dried herbs, and spice. The wine is full-bodied with rich concentrated fruit flavors and fine-grained tannins on the finish.
WINEMAKING NOTES: There are vineyard sites in Paso Robles that are very well suited to Merlot. Moderate temperatures, maritime influence and clay soils all help contribute to a robust Merlot. This wine is aged in French and Eastern European Oak for 18 months.
Robert Hall Merlot is a California red wine known for its approachable and fruit-forward style. It offers flavors of ripe red berries, plum, and a hint of spice, with a smooth and easy-drinking profile.
What Pinot Noirs do we carry by the glass?
Edna Valley Vineyard, Central Coast, Pinot Noir, 2022
Siduri, Santa Barbara County, Pinot Noir, 2022
Walt, Las Brisa, Sonoma Coast, Pinot Noir, 2021
Edna Valley Vineyard
Edna Valley Vineyard, Central Coast, Pinot Noir, 2022
Medium-bodied, fruit forward pinot noir. On the nose you’ll have hints of black tea leaf or even leather. Layers of blackberry compote and black cherry, ripe raspberry, tart pomegranate with a touch of tart cranberry for a vibrant acidity. The silky, velvety mouthfeel leads to a lasting finish with accents of pepper and toasted caramel.
Siduri
Siduri, Santa Barbara County, Pinot Noir, 2022
Cool-Climate Pinot Noir from two exceptional areas within Santa Barbara County. Santa Maria Valley and the Sta. Rita Hills.
Aromas of cherry, sage and mulberry. Flavors of black cherry, spice and star anise.
“Fat and ripe aromas of black cherry meet with cola and coffee bean on the nose of this bottling. There’s ample oak spice to the palate, which is dense with ripe fruit that’s wrapped in a smooth, slightly flat texture.”
Walt
Walt, Las Brisa, Sonoma Coast, Pinot Noir, 2021
10 Months in 30% New French Oak (François Frères)
This is dripping with fruit, as raspberry, mulberry and plum compote notes roll through, along with sweet spice and red licorice accents. Reveals just enough brambly energy underneath to keep things honest. For fans of the style, though.
An arresting fruit quality and complex layering of flavors lend great interest to this appealing, well-balanced wine. Rhubarb, sour cherry and orange pekoe tea aromas lead to vivid black cherries and warm, subtle spices like cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg
Jammy and a lingering finish. deliciously light, crisp
while toasty barrel notes carry through to a fresh, savory finish
Rioja
Marques de Caceres, Reserva, Rioja, Spain, 2017
90% Tempranillo, 10% other varietals
A well-knit, medium-bodied red, with light, taut tannins trimming notes of crushed black cherry, baked fig and hints of dark chocolate, tobacco and mineral. Not a powerhouse, but rather fresh and elegant throughout
Spice and new leather to the red plums and cherries on the nose. Medium to full body
Super Tuscan
Antinori, Guando al Tasso, Il Bruciato, Bolgheri, Super Tuscan, 2022
Antinori was one of the pioneers in Bolgheri where Super Tuscans produce exotic red blends like no other region in Italy.
Aromas of sage and currants with blackberries follow through to a full body with intense,round tannins that are nicely crafted. Fresh, flavorful finish. Some dried herbs at the end with a slightly grilled-meat undertone.
Dark berries are first on the nose, followed by savory undertones and a stony saltiness. Berries carry over to the palate, while undertones shift sweeter and more citrusy, before a spicy nuttiness emerges on the finish. Balanced tannins and acidity provide warmth
An opaque purple blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Syrah, the 2022 Il Bruciato is luxurious with notes of blackberry liqueur and some blue fruit coming through along with notes of violets, olive, and black licorice. Full-bodied, with a weightless and seamless feel, it has no harsh edges and offers ripe tannins with a supple texture, fresh acidity, and clean ripeness through a rather long finish. This gorgeous wine checks a lot of boxes and is drinking beautifully now. It offers a lot of finesse as well as a wide drinking window
Blend of Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdor and Cabernet Sauvignon
What red blends do we offer?
Red Schooner by Caymus, Transit 3, Australia, Red Blend, N.V.
The Prisoner Wine Company, The Prisoner, CA, Red Blend, 2021
Red Schooner
Red Schooner by Caymus, Transit 3, Australia, Red Blend, N.V.
Red Schooner Transit 3: A blend of Grenache, Shiraz, and Mataro, delivering a basked of ripe farmer’s market fresh berries, chocolate-covered strawberry and mint, with soft tannins and lush, boysenberry and even hinting at apricot fruit. Stunning.
Bold dark fruit (blackberry with plum), oaky with vanilla and slightly peppery tannins
This very dark ruby colored GSM from Australia opens with a blackberry and black pepper bouquet with hints of black cherry and black licorice. On the palate, this wine is full bodied with medium plus acidity. The mouthfeel is round and fresh with concentrated fruit. The flavor profile is a drunken cherry and black licorice blend with notes of cedar and blackberry. I also detected some hints of black pepper, clove, and nutmeg. The finish is dry, and its flavors, acidity and tannins stick around for a very long time. I would drink this bold GMS on its own by the fireplace this winter. With food, I would pair it with a sharp cheddar cheese.
Our “Red Wine of the World,” is a red blend is sourced from famed regions of southern Australia, the Barossa Valley and McLaren Vale. Consisting of Grenache, Shiraz and Mataro, Transit 3 is bold yet nuanced. Vibrant nose with scents of berry basket, chocolate covered strawberries and fresh mint. Intense strawberry/raspberry on palate, along with ripe apricot. Extremely soft tannins give the spotlight to lush, bright fruit.
The Prisoner
The Prisoner Wine Company, The Prisoner, CA, Red Blend, 2021
On the nose, dried blackberry, dried açai berries, and hints of cedar and tobacco leaf are accented by sweet spices of clove, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Flavors of ripe dark cherry, blackberry coulis, and hints of anise linger harmoniously for a soft, vibrant finish balanced by ripe tannins.
Aromas of briar fruits and dried cherry are accented by hints of vanilla and toasted oak. On the palate, tiers of blueberry, ripe mulberry and boysenberry give way to an edge of espresso, cracked pepper and a seasoning of fall spice. These dense aromas and flavors culinate in a lingering finish framed by refined tannins
Zinfandel mixed with Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Syrah and Merlot
