
Other Red Blends
With hundreds of red grape varieties to choose from ...
With hundreds of red grape varieties to choose from, winemakers have the freedom to create a virtually endless assortment of blended wines. In many European regions, strict laws are in place determining the set of varieties that may be used, but in the New World, experimentation is permitted and encouraged. Blending can be utilized to enhance balance or create complexity, lending different layers of flavors and aromas. For example, a variety that creates a fruity and full-bodied wine would do well combined with one that is naturally high in acidity and tannins. Sometimes small amounts of a particular variety are added to boost color or aromatics. Blending can take place before or after fermentation, with the latter, more popular option giving more control to the winemaker over the final qualities of the wine.
- Robert Parker's Wine Advocate16
- Wine Spectator7
- Wine Enthusiast5
- Wine & Spirits2
- James Suckling2
- Wilfred Wong of Wine.com1
- Decanter1
- Tasting Panel1
- Boutique18
- Collectible16
- Older Vintages11
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Saxum Paderewski Vineyard 2012Other Red Blends from Paso Robles, Central Coast, California
- RP
- WS
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Saxum Paderewski Vineyard (1.5 Liter Magnum) 2012Other Red Blends from Paso Robles, Central Coast, California
- RP
- WS
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Tenuta di Biserno Biserno 2012Other Red Blends from Tuscany, Italy
- TP
- JS
- W&S
- RP
- WE
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Next of Kyn Cumulus Vineyard #6 (1.5 Liter Magnum - Sine Qua Non) 2012Other Red Blends from Central Coast, California
- RP
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Finca Villacreces Pruno 2012Other Red Blends from Ribera del Duero, Spain
- D
- RP
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Mollydooker Enchanted Path 2012Other Red Blends from McLaren Vale, South Australia, Australia
- WS
- RP
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Allegrini Amarone 2012Other Red Blends from Veneto, Italy
- WE
- RP
- WS
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K Vintners The Creator 2012Other Red Blends from Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington
- RP
- WS
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Stolpman Vineyards La Croce 2012Other Red Blends from Ballard Canyon, Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California
- RP
- WE
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Noon Eclipse 2012Other Red Blends from McLaren Vale, South Australia, Australia
- RP
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Le Macchiole 2012Other Red Blends from Bolgheri, Tuscany, Italy
- WE
- RP
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Remelluri La Granja Rioja Gran Reserva 2012Other Red Blends from Rioja, Spain
- RP
- W&S
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Outpost Immigrant True Vineyard 2012Other Red Blends from Howell Mountain, Napa Valley, California
- RP
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Cayuse The Lovers 2012Other Red Blends from Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington
- RP
- WS
- WE
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Booker Vineyard Remnant 24 2012Other Red Blends from Paso Robles, Central Coast, California
- RP
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Arietta H Block Hudson Vineyard Red 2012Other Red Blends from Napa Valley, California
- RP