Half price at Albertson's and no wonder, it's not very good. My first poor impression was the funk under the cork. My second was the funk in my mouth when I took a SIP. There is too much yeast, too much oak, and none of that citrus or tropical fruit that I like in a Sav. Too bad, because it was cheap.
From Trader Joe's, this was in their red blends section for about $6.
I'm satisfied. 34% Syrah, but whats the rest? Bordeaux varietals? Zin?
Gamay? Concord?
Who knows? Who cares?
For $6, this could be my house red if it plays it's cards right. It is
light and fun and has a good balance of fruit and spice.
Throw your expectations in the gutter and be pleasantly surprised.
Ha ha! I hate funk in my wine. ;)
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