Reviews & Ratings

2016 Apothic Red Blends or Varietals "Crush Smooth Red Blend"

Winery: Apothic

Vintage: 2016

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Crush Smooth Red Blend"

Wine Category: Red Blends or Varietals

Grape blend: Petite Sirah, Zinfandel & Pinot Noir

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: California

State or country: CA

Price: $11

Cases produced: unknown

KWG Score: 86.5 (based on 2 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (89)

Review date: January 19, 2019

Wine Review: This inky purple red blend from Apothic a very good value. It opens with inviting aromas of brownie batter and malted milk chocolate. On the palate, the wine is medium-plus in body with juicy red currant and black raspberry fruit flavors bracketed by a ribbon of toffee and hints of warm blueberry. The wine is well-balanced, easy drinking and very food friendly. We paired it with beef tacos. Its tannins are moderate and carry the wine to a pleasingly long, vanilla-infused finish. Enjoy! - Jeoff

Winemaker Notes: A decadent red blend that combines ripe red raspberry flavors with hints of black cherry, mocha and sweet vanilla. Velvety smooth and has a long lingering finish.

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