The Best
Red Blend Wine Gifts
for 2019

2016 Dime Red Blend

"Dime is a perfect ten. A blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Merlot from two of the most prime spots in the Santa Ynez Valley, this wine is a wonderful portrayal of where it comes from and how it was made. Grapes were picked at optimal ripeness for fruit flavor and texture, and the juice was fermented in stainless steel before 14 months aging in 40% new french oak. The result is soft tannins and a lush, velvety texture." Information provided by Winc.

2016 Dime Red Blend

"Dime is a perfect ten. A blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Merlot from two of the most prime spots in the Santa Ynez Valley, this wine is a wonderful portrayal of where it comes from and how it was made. Grapes were picked at optimal ripeness for fruit flavor and texture, and the juice was fermented in stainless steel before 14 months aging in 40% new french oak. The result is soft tannins and a lush, velvety texture." Information provided by Winc.

2007 Avondale "La Luna" Red Blend

Avondale's 'La Luna' Red Blend was named after the moon - a symbol for the way the universe influences Avondale Farm's living system. The soft suppleness of 'La Luna' reflects the graceful ways that this winery is attuned to following biodynamic practices and to being mindful of the astronomical influences on soil and plant life. Comprised of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petite Verdot, this Bordeaux-style Blend is velvety and elegant with pure scents of red and dark fruits, layered with clean cedar and tobacco notes. It has a full, fruit-driven palate with flavors of plum and mulberry that seamlessly blend with the soft, mouth-coating tannins. Information provided by Gold Medal Wine Club.

2015 Avondale "Anima" Chenin Blanc

The word 'Anima' refers to the vital life force or soul. Avondale's ethos "Terra Est Vita" - Soil is Life - follows their belief that the soil breathes life and soul into their wines. This Chenin Blanc is named 'Anima' because the lively minerals of Avondale's soils give this wine its own delicious, spirited character and extraordinary finesse. Avondale's Anima has a nose that develops intriguingly in the glass with notes of winter melon, pineapple, lime and a hint of honey that confirms the elegance and fullness of this softly wooded, supple wine. The palate is dense with fresh fruit flavors of gooseberry, quince and peach, are harmonizing together with the soulful minerality that gives this wine its name. Information provided by Gold Medal Wine Club.

2009 Avondale "Samsara" Syrah

Samsara means 'to flow on' and pass through the states of life, death, and rebirth. A wine deep in character, the Avondale Syrah was named 'Samsara' to represent this eternal cycle of life and the perpetual renewal and revitalization of the Avondale Farm's living system. The Samsara Syrah is crafted with grapes from organically grown estate vines that range from 10 to 17 years of age. On the nose, the Samsara Syrah offers notes of soft wood and white pepper, violets, vibrant red berries and orange peel. Full-bodied and well balanced, this Syrah has an exceptional fruit-driven palate with flavors of plum, cherry, cloves, cinnamon and pepper that are carried through the finish with firm tannins. Information provided by Gold Medal Wine Club.

Briarwood Winery Select Zinfandel

"Inviting and alluring, this old vine Zinfandel tempts with aromas of baking spices, berry bramble and toasted oak. It's a truly classic California Zinfandel, best enjoyed with grilled steaks, barbecue pork, corn on the cob and roasted vegetables." Information provided by GiftTree.

2016 Pierce Canyon Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon

"This 2016 Cabernet has deep and balanced acidity with aromas of dried cherries, cedar cigar box and a hint of black plum. On the palate, flavors of blackberry jam and toasted walnuts balanced out the vanilla notes acquired from the French oak aging." Information provided by GiftTree.

2016 Abelroth Brocade Napa Valley Meritage Reserve

"In a collaboration with Swanson Vineyards' winemaker Robin Akhurst, Abelroth's Brocade, a Bordeaux-style red blend, showcases the best of Napa Valley viniculture. Aromas of leather, black fruits and tobacco leaves are pursued by vanilla, cherry, fresh coffee and allspice notes from the first sip to the last." Information provided by GiftTree.

2016 Abelroth Brocade Napa Valley Meritage Reserve

"In a collaboration with Swanson Vineyards' winemaker Robin Akhurst, Abelroth's Brocade, a Bordeaux-style red blend, showcases the best of Napa Valley viniculture. Aromas of leather, black fruits and tobacco leaves are pursued by vanilla, cherry, fresh coffee and allspice notes from the first sip to the last." Information provided by GiftTree.

2016 Belmont Cliffs Portico Napa Valley Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon

"The 40-acre Tenma Vineyard is located in the foothills of Mt. St. Helena, Napa Valley, where our reserve Cabernet Sauvignon is produced in partnership with renowned winemaker Robin Akhurst of Clos Pegase. Bold and unctuous, this Cabernet boasts opulent flavors of jammy black fruit and a touch of creamy vanilla." Information provided by GiftTree.

Martin Craig Luminist Russian River Chardonnay

"With a brightness that can only be claimed by Sonoma County's sun-soaked Russian River Valley, our Luminist Chardonnay is masterfully made in collaboration with winemaker Glenn Hugo. Radiant aromas of orange blossom and lemon zest are balanced with stone fruit notes and a smooth, light oak finish." Information provided by GiftTree.