Country- USA
State- Livermore, California
Brand- Cocbon Vineyards
Vintage- 2018
Type- Red Table Wine
Varietal- Red Wine
Price- $
Average Wine Rating- 4

Description:
Cocobon’s Red Blend is sourced from vineyards in California, and is comprised of Merlot, Zinfandel and Petite Sirah grapes. The wine is a rich silky blend with a soft luxurious finish, with flavors of dark cherry and vanilla.

Tobin’s Review 4 out of 5
Cocobon’s Red Blend 2018 has a dark jammy hue. I pick up notes of berry, light oak and cocoa on the nose. The wine is soft on the tongue with flavors of sweet chocolate, a hint of tea and a vanilla finish. This is a good blend, and you can’t beat the price!

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Country- USA
State- Sonoma, CA
Brand- Beaulieu Vineyards
Vintage- 2017
Type– Pinot Noir
Varietal- Red Wine
Price- $
Average Wine Rating- 3

Description:
Beaulieu Vineyards Coastal Estates Pinot Noir 2017 is varietally expressive, elegantly crafted and simply delivered. This Pinot Noir surpasses expectations on all levels. The lovely, garnet-hued color gives way to effusive red fruit aromas. The palate is soft and inviting, layering strawberries, red cherries and ripe plums with warm spices from French oak. A hint of Syrah, with its serious rich fruits and earthy tones, lends depth and complexity.

About the Winery
Beaulieu Vineyard is located in Rutherford, CA. “Beau lieu,” or “Beautiful place” was named by George de Latour’s wife Fernande in 1900 when she first time saw the land that would become their Rutherford Vineyard. During the 1920’s when Prohibition hit, Beaulieu Vineyards actually thrived selling sacramental wines to the Catholic Church. The winery has enjoyed a successful history and is currently run by winemaker Trevor Durling (only the 5th winemaker since inception.)

Tobin’s Review 3 out of 5
Beaulieu Vineyards Coastal Estates Pinot Noir 2017 has a nice ruby plum hue. The nose has a strong fruit aroma with cherry scents. The wine is soft on the palate with cherry coming to the forefront with dark berry lingering as well. Overall it is a good value for the price.

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Country- USA
State- King City, CA
Brand- Colonel James
Type- Pinot Noir
Varietal- Red Wine
Price- $$$
Average Wine Rating- 4

Description:
Colonel James Pinot Noir 2017 has a deep ruby hue with aromas of red and black fruit and forest floor. This wine is layered with rich tannin structure and has a flavorful long finish.

About the Winery:
Colonel James is part of Plata Wine Partners is located in Napa, California. The company has been producing fine wines since 2005. They own more than 18,000 acres of company owned vineyards, and they are the largest independent California coastal grape grower. Some of the wines in their portfolio include Bent Coast, Colonel James, SLO Lane and many more.

Tobin’s Review 4 out of 5
The wine has a nice light bright purple hue. The wine has strong aromas of cherry and is fruit forward on the tongue. I pickup strong cherry notes with a little acidity on the end. I really liked this wine!

Jeanine’s Review 3.5 out of 5
The wine has a nice fruity aroma. I taste plum in the wine.

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Country- USA
State- Albuquerque, NM
Brand- Precept Wine/ Gruet
Type- Sparkling Wine
Varietal- Pink Wine
Price- $$
Average Wine Rating- 4

Description:
Gruet Brut Rosé Sparkling Wine is made solely from Pinot Noir grapes and has a pale salmon hue. It offers wild strawberry, plum and floral aromatics and flavors, complimented by zesty acidity and a delicate mineral finish.

About the Winery
Gilbert Gruet was born in Bethon, France in 1931. He began cultivating his first vineyard in 1952 and established Gruet et Fils in 1952. He began traveling the US and decided to plant an experimental vineyard in Engle, NM in 1984. The first release of Gruet wine was in 1989; and the winery has enjoyed continual growth ever since. Gilbert passed away in 1999, but it is still managed by the Gruet family.

Tobin’s Review 4 out of 5
Gruet Brut Rosé Sparkling Wine has a nice pink hue with active bubbles. The wine starts with strawberry, is not overly sweet or too dry and has a nice balance.

Jeanine’s Review 3.5 out of 5
Gruet Brut Rosé Sparkling Wine has a slightly sweet strawberry flavor. The wine is not overly sweet or fruity and has a nice light finish.

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Country- USA
State- Healdsburg, California
Brand- Ferrari-Carano
Vintage- 2017
Type- Sauvignon Blanc
Varietal- White Wine
Price- $$
Average Wine Rating- 3

Description:
Ferrari-Carano Fume Blanc Sauvignon Blanc 2017 has searing upfront acidity. The wine takes on a briny character that accents the high-toned lemon zest and melon notes on the palate. It is aged in French oak and stainless steel and the fruit remains fresh and unencumbered through the finish.

About the Winery
Ferrari-Carano was founded in 1981 by Don and Rhonda Carano. The winery is located in the Alexander Valley which is part of Northern Sonoma County. Ferrari-Carano has been producing quality wines in California ever since!

Tobin’s Review 3 out of 5
The wine has aromas of melon (honeydew). I pick up notes of cantaloupe and peach. It’s not crisp, but a good wine. It has a lingering herbaceous and mineral finish.

Jeanine’s Review 3 out of 5
Ferrari-Carano Fume Blanc Sauvignon Blanc 2017 doesn’t have much of an aroma. I do pickup notes of grapefruit and it’s a bit crisper than I would have expected.

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