Vivacious Vino - Review of Big House Red Red Wine Blend

Name: Big House Red Red Wine Blend

Variety: Doesn’t say specifically, but here is what went into the 2009 release: Petite Sirah, Syrah, Montepulciano, Barbera, Nero d’Avola, Tempranillo, Malbec, Anglianico, Souzao, Charbono, Petite Verdot, Cabernet Franc, Tannat, and “other esoteric reds.”

Region: California

Country: United States

Year: 2011

Price: $9.99

Alcohol Content: 13%

With/Without Food: Without Food

Wine Review: This Big House Red lives up to that old Fruit Bomb moniker that you’ve come to expect. It starts with a nose full of blackberries and raspberries, with hints of leather and spices. The palate is clean, exhibiting flavors of cranberries, roses, and a touch of rhubarb. This finish lingers, with flavors of vanilla and a touch of dark cherries in the finish.

My Review: Slow legs on this wine. The smell and taste of this wine are of ripe blackberries and other dark berries (think raspberries, cherries, and a little cranberry, currents). Also, you can definitely sense the smokiness. There is a little leathery smell and of course there is a sweet and fruity smell and taste. Shorter finish and the tannins aren’t too bad. Pretty yummy for a red wine!