The Data

Country   USA

Appellation   California

Varietal   Red Blend

Retail Price   $17.99

ABV   14.5%

Score   4 Stars/92 points

In the Glass

Brilliant, deep ruby/crimson color.

The aromatics are very intense offering scents of blackberry and boysenberry with supporting notes of roasted nuts, sour cherry, toasted coconut, and five spice.

The palate confirms the nose delivering a red and black fruits-driven core with flavors of black fruits, vanilla, and violet. The finish is long and lingering with silky tannins.

Full-bodied and ideally balanced with a voluptuous and complex while juicy texture.

Cool Factor

We at BevX love a good red blend as we experience the symphony of flavors and aromatics that each varietal brings to the blend.

Value Grade

This juicy and complex red is worth every penny of its modest $18 (less in competitive markets) asking price.

Analysis

This charming and hedonistic red blend is made with a blend of 41% Petite Sirah, 21% Syrah, 18% Petit Verdot, 9% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Merlot, and 2% other red grapes. The Beringer Bros. Bourbon Barrel Aged Red was fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to preserve the bright fruit flavors. Only 20% of the finished wine is aged in second-pass Bourbon barrels for a period of 60 days. Utilizing second-pass Bourbon barrels (the very assertive Bourbon flavors are found in the first-use barrels) and limiting the contact to just 60 days, this wine is given subtle Bourbon barrel accents. We love the vanilla and coconut notes imparted by the barrels while the juicy black fruits are certainly dominant.

How to Enjoy

Serve at cellar temperature with grilled meats, generously spiced stews, and beef curry.