Obvious Red Wines No. 1 Dark and Strong Red Blend 2017(Excellent/Extraordinary ) Obvious Red wines is another line that attempts to cut through the fluff of wine making and tell us the basics. Like”Dark and Strong “for this mouthwatering red mix from Paso Robles in California’s Central Coast area. It’s cabernet sauvignon, red wine and malbec– three standard Bordeaux ranges– with a bit of tannat blended in, a mix not unusual in Virginia, in fact. The brand’s tagline is “Since you shouldn’t need a PhD to consume red wine,” and the back labels use infographics to tell us the fundamentals, including the white wine’s green credentials (sustainably farmed, solar-powered winery, absolutely no carbon footprint cork). It’s likewise vegan. Alcohol by volume: 13.9 percent. BW: 470 grams (Light).
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Distributed by Breakthru: Available in the District at 1500 Market, Benmoll Liquors, Exotic Red Wine & Liquors, Imperial Wine & Spirits(12th Street NW, Connecticut Avenue), Rodman’s &, State Liquors, Streets Market(Connecticut Opportunity), Thomas & Sons Mini Grocery, Washington White Wine & Liquor, Zoo Red Wine & Spirits. Offered & in Virginia at Ol’ Passapatanzy Shop & Deli in King George; Kizuna Sushi
& Ramen in Vienna; Overall White Wine & More (numerous areas);Trattoria Villagio,the Wine Attic in Clifton. Obvious White Wines No. 2 Bright & Crisp Sauvignon Blanc 2020(Exceptional) Loire Valley, France,$ 15 Not just”bright and crisp,” but likewise” light body, vegan, dry,”according to the front label. Friendly with avocado, pasta and sushi, says the back. This white wine is a great representation of Loire Valley sauvignon blanc for everyday sipping and an appropriate launch indicate explore the area and its red wines. ABV: 12.5 percent.
BW: 410 grams(Light). Story continues below ad Distributed by Breakthru: Available in the District at 1500 Market, Benmoll Liquors, Exotic Wine & & Liquors, Imperial Red Wine & & Spirits (12th Street NW, Connecticut Opportunity), Rodman’s, State Liquors, Streets Market (Connecticut Opportunity), Thomas & & Sons Mini Grocery, Washington Wine & & Liquor, Zoo White Wine & & Spirits. Readily available in Virginia at Ol’ Passapatanzy Shop & & Deli in King George; Kizuna Sushi & & Ramen in Vienna; Overall White Wine & & More (different locations); Trattoria Villagio, the Wine Attic in Clifton.
Cosentino Winery The Zin Zinfandel 2019(Excellent/Extraordinary) Zinfandel is progressively becoming a niche white wine, which is code for costly. This inexpensive bottling from Cosentino conjures memories of the heady days when zin fiends would gladly dispute the merits of Ridge, Ravenswood and Rosenblum. (Yes, you could probably carbon-date me based upon that sentence.) Search for flavors of boysenberry, cranberry and cherry, with baking spices and an abundant, jammy mouthfeel. The alcohol is high– not uncommon with zin– however the fruit carries it well. But beware– this is not a subtle red wine. Couple with hamburgers, pizza, grilled chicken or hearty pastas. ABV: 15.4 percent. BW: 600 grams (Average).
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Dispersed in the District and Maryland by RNDC, in Virginia by Virginia Imports: Available in the District at Harry’s Reserve Fine Red wine & Spirits, Rodman’s, Select Reserves. Offered in Maryland at Pairings Restaurant in Bel Air; Nick’s of Clinton in Waldorf; Vlamis Liquors in Elkton; Red Wine Bin in Ellicott City. Available in Virginia at Arrowine and Cheese in Arlington; Gadsby’s Tavern in Alexandria; Giant Food (numerous locations); WineStyles in Montclair.
Mary Taylor Wine Anjou Blanc 2020 Pascal Biotteau(Remarkable)
Loire Valley, France,$16 Mary Taylor is a broker representing small, family-owned wineries in Europe, highlighting eco-friendly farming and minimal-intervention winemaking. Her labels are evenly streamlined to eliminate any complicated flimflammery: Just her name, the manufacturer’s name, the appellation and the vintage. The goal, as she describes on her site, is to find “sincere, authentic” white wines that reflect their terroir. This Anjou Blanc from Pascal Biotteau is made from chenin blanc. Rejuvenating acidity brings it through scents and flavors of acacia, peach and nectarine. Offer it time in your glass to let these flavors play, and please don’t drink it directly from the refrigerator. ABV: 14 percent. BW: 400 grams (Light).
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Imported by Nashawtuc, distributed in the District and Maryland by Prestige-Ledroit, in Virginia by Le Storie &: Available in the District at the Eastern Wine Bar, Pearson’s. Offered in Maryland at Bay White Wine & Spirits in North Beach, LAX Red Wine Spirits & Restaurant in Beltsville; the Remington Bottle in Baltimore. Readily available in Virginia at Common Home, Red Wine Warehouse, the Wool Factory in Charlottesville; Department of Beer and Red Wine, Grape+Bean in Alexandria; Dominion Red Wine and Beer in Falls Church; J. Emerson Fine White Wines & & Cheese, Lemaire in Richmond; Red Wine House in Fairfax.
Mary Taylor White Wine Valençay 2019 Sophie Siadou(Amazing)
Loire Valley, France, $ 19 Story continues listed below ad This delightful red is a blend of nearly equivalent parts gamay, côt (a Loire name for malbec )and pinot noir, a mix we’re not most likely to discover anywhere else. Vigneronne Sophie Siadou calls the cuvée” Les Griottes “because of the bright cherry flavor of the red wine. You may also identify blackberries and wild herbs. ABV: 13.5 percent. BW: 560 grams (Typical).
Imported by Nashawtuc, dispersed in the District and Maryland by Prestige-Ledroit, in Virginia by Le Storie: Available in the District at Dupont Market, Morris Miller White Wine & & Alcohol, Purple Spot. Offered in Maryland at Bay Wine & & Spirits in North Beach; Ye Old Spirit Shoppe in Frederick. Offered in Virginia at the Brew Store, Green Pig Bistro, Pentagon City White Wine in Arlington; Chain Bridge Cellars in McLean; Department of Beer and Wine, Grape + Bean in Alexandria; Rowland in Richmond; Vino Market in Midlothian; Wine Warehouse in Charlottesville.
Schedule details is based upon supplier records. Red wines might not be in stock at every noted shop and might be cost additional shops. Prices are approximate. Check wine-searcher. com to confirm availability, or ask a preferred wine store to buy through a distributor.