Red Wines Meritage/Blended Wines

ARTESA ELEMENTS ~~$21.99~~ $16.99 Sale Price 3583 "This wine is brimming with lively black currant, raspberry and blueberries enveloped in a spicy bouquet of cinnamon, clove, vanilla, nutmeg and faint hints of smoked meat. The flavor is true to the aromas and the texture is silky and supple. This wonderful blend of fruit, spice and silk dances and lingers in your mouth. The acid balance and slight dryness of the tannin on the finish indicate this wine has the structure to age gracefully for several years. "	AVDESIRK SIGNATURE 2003 $34.99 5443	BIG HOUSE RED 750mL $9.99 1822 BIG HOUSE RED "A touch pruny, it's smooth up front, but dry and earthy on the finish. Sangiovese, Syrah, Carignane, Barbera and others."
BRUCE WAYNE NAPA RED 05 750mL $17.99 5648 BRUCE WAYNE NAPA RED 05 "Bruce Wayne Briana's Blend is deep ruby red in color, full-bodied with rich flavors of blackberry, black cherry, plum, vanilla, and spicy oak. Enjoy the deep, rich, dark fruit notes intermingled with very fine tannins. Well balanced to enjoy now and over the next 10-12 years, it is long and smooth on the finish. Briana's Blend pairs beautifully with grilled flank steak, BBQ ribs, grilled vegetables, and cheeses."	BV GEORGE DE LATOUR 03 ~~$99.99~~ $69.99 Sale Price 3115 Rich, dense and chewy, with earthy currant, herb, cedar and dried berry flavors that are intense and concentrated, offering a dash of anise and dry oak before the tannins sweep in. Decant or cellar short term. Best from 2008 through 2013.	BV Georges De LaTour Vertical Vintage Collection 750mL $299.99 1004 "This rare special edition vertical tasting set includes 1 bottle each of 1990, 1991 and 1992 Georges De Latour Napa Cabernet."
BV TAPESTRY NAPA 04 $49.99 1171 The 2004 Beaulieu Vineyard Reserve Tapestry weaves five classic varietals — Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Malbec — into an elegant, beautifully balanced wine. The deep, expressive aromas and flavors are filled with black cherry, briary blackberry, cassis, dark cocoa and cedar character. Pre-fermentation maceration, gentle punch downs in open-top fermenters and in-barrel malolactic fermentation all contributed to the wine's richly textured flavors.	CAIN FIVE $129.99 638 If the Cain Five is utterly unique, distinctive in both aroma and taste, this can only reflect the Cain Vineyard, which gives birth to this wine and is both spectacular and idiosyncratic. Composed of the five classic varieties—Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Malbec, and Petit Verdot—Cain Five epitomizes the benefits of blending to achieve a complex wine. It is supple and rich of texture, combining a full, firm structure with a long and subtle finish.	CHATEAU HAUT BRION 1999 $412.99 5745 "CHATEAU HAUT BRION 1999 750ml Seductive juice. Gorgeous aromas of crushed berries, tobacco, cigars and cedar. Full- to medium-bodied, with well-integrated tannins and a long, fruity finish. Very fine indeed."
CHATEAU HAUT BRION 2000 $899.99 5744 "CHATEAU HAUT BRION 2000 750ml Beautiful tobacco, berry, cedar and plum aromas in this one. Full-bodied, yet very fine and reserved, with silky tannins and a medium finish. Lots of finesse."	CHATEAU HAUT BRION 2001 $377.99 5746 "CHATEAU HAUT BRION 2001 750ml Intense aromas of violets, berries and spices follow through to a full-bodied palate, with layers of supersilky tannins and a long, long finish. Very classic in style. All in elegance and length. 95pts!"	CHATEAU HAUT BRION 2003 $724.99 5743 "CHATEAU HAUT BRION 2003 750ml Complex aromas of black licorice, tobacco and cedar with red fruits. Full-bodied, with superseductive, silky tannins, loads of fruit and a finish that lasts for minutes. A beauty in all the sense of the word. 96pts!"
CLAYHOUSE ADOBE RED 750mL $16.99 4671 CLAYHOUSE ADOBE RED "The Adobe Red is a blend with flavors of ripe dark fruits, blueberry, and cherry that give way to bold tannins.The wine was blended before bottling with 50% Zinfandel, 32% Petite Sirah, 13% Syrah and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon."	DOMAINE TERLATO SHIRAZ-VIOGNIER 2006 ~~$20.99~~ $15.99 Sale Price 5690 "Exotic litchi nut, apricot, black cherry, and cassis characteristics are found in this fleshy, soft, deliciously fruity, supple-textured Aussie red."	DOMINUS NAPA 2004 $125.99 6167 (08/07) 94 points Robert Parker: "The elegant, dark plum/purple/garnet-colored 2004 Dominus exhibits a big, sweet, cedary, roasted herb, mocha, black cherry liqueur, black currant, and earth-scented perfume. Medium to full-bodied with silky tannin as well as a luscious mouthfeel and finish, it should be more accessible in its youth than many of its predecessors, but easily last for two decades."
DUCKHORN PARADUXX ZIN/CAB $54.99 4109 "Intense and concentrated, with zesty berry, cherry and spicy nuances that are well-balanced. A blend of mostly Zinfandel with Cabernet that gives it a nice currant and herbal touch."	ERNIE ELS RED 04 $93.99 5776 Well-built, with black currant, bacon, grilled herb, tobacco and fig flavors supported by a good firm structure underneath. Excellent length, with the fruit and spice delivering another wave on the finish. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Malbec and Cabernet Franc. 92pts!	GOATS DO ROAM RED $10.99 670 "GOATS DO ROAM RED 750ml Nice ripe berry fruit, with toast and spice notes as well. Tasty, juicy finish. This has become one of South Africa's most consistent values. Shiraz, Pinotage, Grenache, Cinsault and others."
GREG NORMAN CAB/MERLOT ~~$16.99~~ $12.99 Club Price 1566 "GREG NORMAN CAB/MERLOT 750ml This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (91%) and Merlot (9%) is a supple generously flavored blend, which is always the perfect partner with food. The Greg Norman Estates 2005 Limestone Coast Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot is bright ruby red in color. Vibrant and complex aromas of spicy, red berry fruit, cinnamon and clove spice. The same abundant, vibrant fruit is reflected on the palate which also shows a hint of licorice, sweet cinnamon spice, and subtle cedary French oak. The wine is beautifully structured with soft, velvety tannins, balanced acid and abundant, bright, sweet fruit on the finish. "	GREG NORMAN SHIRAZ/CAB ~~$16.99~~ $12.99 Club Price 1971 "GREG NORMAN SHIRAZ/CAB 750ml This wine is deep red with purple hues. The nose shows sweet plum, cherry and strawberry notes on the nose with abundant aniseed aromas reflected on the palate. The bold, fruit driven palate is supported by cedar and vanillin oak characters. The fine silky tannins add to the wine's complexity and long lingering, sweet flavours on the finish."	GROOT CONSTANTIA GOUVERNEURS RESERVE ~~$33.99~~ $28.99 Sale Price 2842 "GROOT CONSTANTIA GOUVERNEURS RESERVE 750ml Flagship wine of the Estate. A blend of 4 classic Bordeaux varieties. Cabernet Sauvignon 49%, Merlot 31%, Cabernet Franc 15% and Malbec 5%. Very deep intense red colour. On the nose one finds a lot of ripe rich flavours, dark chocolate, ripe plums, hints of cigar box and slightly charred. The rich flavours follow through on the palate."
GUNDLACH BUNDSCHU MT CUVEE 750mL $19.99 5218 GUNDLACH BUNDSCHU MT CUVEE "Supple and polished, with smoky herb, currant, mineral and dusty berry flavors that firm up nicely, ending with a loamy, earthy dried berry flavor. Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Syrah."	Groote Post Old Man's Blend Red ~~$15.99~~ $11.99 Sale Price 5805 "Lean, with stewed rhubarb and tomato flavor. Merlot, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon."	HAHN MERITAGE LUCIA $16.99 4145
JOSEPH PHELPS INSIGNIA 05 $229.99 2394 Smooth, supple and complex, offering wonderful aromas and serving up a range of herb- and mineral-laced currant, black cherry, blackberry, sage and pebble notes. Ends with a clipped edge. Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot and Merlot. Best from 2011 through 2018. 92 points!	LEGENDS MERITAGE (LARRY BIRD) $79.99 5835	MENAGE A TROIS RED 750mL $13.99 3107 MENAGE A TROIS RED "This wine exposes the fresh, ripe, jam-like fruit that is the calling card of California wine. Three saucy grapes make up the blend. Zinfandel adds a juicy character, Merlot mellows and Cabernet adds backbone. Forward, spicy and soft, this delicious dalliance makes the perfect trio."
MIDDLE SISTER REBEL RED $12.99 6758	MODUS OPERANDI ANTITHESIS $99.99 6648 Deep purple/garnet color. Nose of jammy blackberry, vanilla and coconut spice. Imagine eating a spoonful of Marshmallow Fluff. That is how this feels in the mouth. Very soft and fluffy and lush. So smooth! Round chewy, elegant tannins and rich long finish. This wine is very hedonistic. Meant to be consumed young while fruit is still big and fresh.	Napanook 2005 750mL $46.99 6268 "Fragrant, rich nose full of blackberries and dark forest fruits. The aroma slowly reveals subtle notes of smoky sandalwood, chocolate, and sweet almonds."
Opus One 05 750mL ~~$199.99~~ $159.99 Sale Price 5987 "RATING: 92.ß A rich, decidedly earthy style of Opus, showing currant, anise, black cherry, mineral, leather and sage flavors that are focused and complex."	PEIRANO ESTATE "THE OTHER" $13.99 1909 One is immediately struck by the vibrant color of this wine. The aromas of blackberries and plums are complemented by spice, toasty oak and cedar notes. Upon washing this liquid across the palate, a wave of sweet black cherries and boysenberries, with a hint of smoky, dark oak lead to a long, totally seductive, finish. A great expression of this variety, this wine will gently knock your socks off. ‘The Other’ is a perfect accompaniment to a variety of cuisine.	PETER ANDREW INGENIUM 03 ~~$49.99~~ $34.99 Club Price 6291 "Garnet, opaque color. Cassis, cedar, pencil shavings and fruitcake on the nose. Beautifully structured on the palate, with bold fruit layered over soft supple tannins."
PREVAIL BACKFORTY 750mL $79.99 3906 PREVAIL BACKFORTY "Serves up a complex mix of ripe, fleshy plum and blackberry fruit that has a sweetish edge, shaded by spice, cedary oak, herb and dusty mineral notes. Ends with dry, herb-laced tannins. Cabernet Sauvignon. Drink now through 2014."	PREVAIL WEST FACE 750mL $54.99 3085 PREVAIL WEST FACE "Weaves together a complex band of spicy currant, cedary oak, pepper, anise, sage and mineral notes. Well-proportioned, elegant and stylish, firming up nicely on the finish, where the tannins have a nice grip. Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah."	QUINTESSA 04 750mL $154.99 3517 "95 pts Wine Enthusiast: A dramatic young wine, fleshy and dazzling now for its lush fruit and oak, although the tannins have a crunchy hardness. But that merely ensures ageability."
RODNEY STRONG SYMMETRY 750mL $60.99 5601 RODNEY STRONG SYMMETRY "The Symmetry greets you with an opulent bouquet of blackberries, ripe dark plums and sweet spices. The wine opens generously on the palate with layers of blackberry, cassis and plum framed with accents of dark chocolate and spice. The finish is persistent and smooth. This wine is at once rich, harmonious, powerful, and elegant; a wine intended to be enjoyable on release, yet destined for years of further evolution in the bottle. Savor it!" CURRENTLY OUT OF STOCK	RUSSELL CREEK TRIBUTARY 03 ~~$22.99~~ $16.99 Sale Price 5970 Rich and distinctive. A supple red, with layers of cherry, currant, mint and cedar flavors, plus a cinnamon note that adds interest to the long, focused finish. Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.	Summers Charbono Napa Valley 750mL $24.99 3704 Our Estate Reserve Charbono is filled with deep currant aromas followed by sweet bramble notes. The palate is embraced with supple black cherries finishing with lengthy opulent tannins.
TERALATO ANGELS PEAK BLEND 750mL $49.99 816 TERALATO ANGELS PEAK BLEND "Taste - Smooth, rich and full bodied with soft, round flavors, plumy fruit and soft tannins with a lush mouth-feel."	TUMARA TITAN BORDEAUX BLEND ~~$17.99~~ $11.99 Sale Price 6591	TWO HANDS THE BULL AND THE BEAR SHIRAZ/CAB2004 $54.99 5517 "TWO HANDS THE BULL AND THE BEAR SHIRAZ/CAB2004 750ml A classic Australian blend in which the juicy Shiraz component fills the middle palate and the Cabernet Sauvignon provides structure, savoury tannin and grip. This is a wine that needs time to strut its stuff."
VERGELEGEN MERLOT/CAB MILL RACE ~~$22.99~~ $17.99 Club Price 546 "Dark ruby in color. Ripe berry, plum, chocolate and coffee on the nose. Hints of mint, spice and pencil shavings on the palate. Fine grained tannins with great fruit-wood integration."	VERGELEGEN V RED 03 $164.99 6332 "The nose is complex, showing blackcurrant, cedar wood, lead pencil and cigar box aromas. These develop in the glass and are joined by raspberry, black cherry, spice and a hint of gaminess. On the palate the wine is concentrated but elegant, with fine-grained tannins. These tannins soften even further in the glass, resulting in a luxurious wine with a long aftertaste."	VILLA MARIA CAB/MERLOT $15.99 1383 "VILLA MARIA CAB/MERLOT 750ml 2006 has produced a classic Villa Maria Reserve Cabernet-Merlot. Dark, almost impenetrable crimson hues indicate the youthfulness and density of the wine to follow. Cr?me de casis, bitter dark chocolate, coffee grindings, dried mint and graphite flow seamlessly from the nose to the palate. The palate is well structured with fine-grained tannins, concentrated, but with an overall elegance that can be difficult to find when coupled with this intensity. "
Vina Zaco Tempranillo $14.99 1579 "Black cherry and blackberry flavors are framed by smoky chocolate oak in this modern red, which is taut and focused, with firm tannins and bright acidity. Rated 90 points by winespectator.com!"

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