Rooftop Reds

Francis Ford Coppola Winery

Rosso & Bianco Rosso California Red Blend

Ok, so they call this a Shiraz, but I did not see Shiraz on the label. Not a big deal. Haha. If you like Coppola wines at all their different price points, you will love this one. Lighter than some reds, but that's what ya need sometimes, no? 😉 — 8 years ago

Domaine de Villeneuve

Les Vieilles Vignes Châteauneuf-du-Pape Red Rhone Blend 2007

Had to aerate for 10 minutes only for the woody stinkiness to disappear.
Brownish ruby red.
Prunes, raisins, maybe overripe strawberries on the nose, next to cognac, black pepper.
On the palate, it's pretty intense: Rather watery than viscous, sweet on attack and finish, low tannin, distinct licorice on mid-palate, acidity neither firm nor flabby.
Medium-short finish, but the mild tannin lingers for quite a while.
Might be time to drink up, for this is pretty ripe already. I wouldn't want this to disintegrate more. Fun to drink. I'm happy to notice that, while I like this mature thing, I really also want to drink younger reds with a more velvety texture and firmer tannin and taste profiles.
50+5+11+17+7=90
— 9 years ago

The Prisoner Wine Company

The Prisoner Napa Valley Zinfandel Blend

Part 2 of a Mother's Day trio of delicious reds. Smooth, full and delicious with a near perfect blend of vanilla and spice. — 10 years ago

Dottsy Zermeño
with Dottsy
Dottsy and The Prisoner liked this
Dottsy Zermeño

Dottsy Zermeño

The Prisoner can do no wrong! Takes a while to open up. I suggest a decanter. This is a dark, inky wine. Intense flavors of tobacco, and black cherries.
9.5

Joseph Phelps Vineyards

Insignia Estate Grown Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 2002

One of the california bordeaux reds I really enjoy, always delivers, needs at least 10 to settle in... — 10 years ago

Sondra and Joseph liked this

Apothic

Winemaker's Blend California Zinfandel Blend 2012

One of the best reds I've had in a long time. Nice balance between fruit, tannins, oak, cassis. I really like this wine. — 10 years ago

Lundmark liked this

Domaine A. et P. de Villaine

La Digoine Côte Chalonnaise Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2010

One of the best reds I've had in a while. — 12 years ago

vin d'argent
with vin
Doug liked this
Aaron Vanderbeek

Aaron Vanderbeek

Feminine, menthol, light. Bright red fruit, beautiful acid. Drinking very well.

La Tribu

Valencia Garnacha Monastrell Syrah 2010

@Bob Miller ....hubs brought this home and I have been digging his Spanish Reds this summer....nice pick baby!!! — 9 years ago

Christine and Bob liked this
Bob Miller

Bob Miller

Glad you liked it, baby! I need to get another one. I haven't tried it yet.

Shalestone Vineyards

Finger Lakes Pinot Noir 2013

A rare example of a good FLX Pinot. Very different from France or Oregon though. Nice cherry undertones with a light smokey and nut finish. One of the better producers of reds on Seneca Lake shows why they know how to maximize the potential of this region. Their other refs are also worth trying too. — 10 years ago

19 Crimes

Victoria Red Blend 2013

One of the best reds I have ever had. Not overly sweet. — 10 years ago

Tierra Divina Vineyards

Reds Lodi Red Blend 2012

Really lovely surprise. It's another wine that is great for cooking and for a glass with dinner. Definitely let it aerate before using for either. — 10 years ago

Gnarly Head

Authentic Red Lodi Zinfandel Blend 2012

Wonderful blend. Very easy to drink and reasonably priced. Definitely one of my "go to" reds! — 10 years ago

Folie à Deux

Ménage a Trois California Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 2010

Wonderful mix of Flavors. One of my favorite reds. — 12 years ago

Quinta do Vallado

Reserva Field Blend Douro Red Blend 2009

Picked this wine not having much context than the region producing nice reds. Did not regret my house as it went well with Hudson Valley water buffalo — 9 years ago

Chateau Ste. Michelle

Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2014

Dry with a woody nose and dried cherry notes. Feels like a winter wine, like it should be sipped in a ski lodge. Very easy to drink on its own if you like dry reds, but it was great with pork and roasted veggies. — 9 years ago

Cavallotto

Grign Langhe Grignolino 2013

Smoked cherry jam, add to new fav summer reds — 10 years ago

Ata Rangi

Martinborough Pinot Noir 2011

Well worth the grossly offensive profit margin of Dan Murphy's, similarly the blatant arrogance of the 19yo that sold me on it.
Ranga's know their reds - who woulda thought?
#classywayofgettingwasted
— 10 years ago

Tim Cleland
with Tim

Beringer Vineyards

Founders' Estate California Cabernet Sauvignon 2010

Very good. We're fans of this brand and their reds. — 12 years ago

Cantina Zaccagnini

Il Vino Dal Tralcetto Montepulciano d'Abruzzo 2010

Pretty robust Montepulciano and nice finish for the price. One of our fav Italian reds for everyday. — 12 years ago