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    The Best GSM Blends (Grenache-Syrah-Mourvedre)

    The Best GSM Blends

    INSIDER DEAL! J Dusi Paper Street The Narrator Red Blend - Pure Decadence

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: February 3, 2023 Last Updated: February 3, 2023

    INSIDER DEAL! J Dusi Paper Street The Narrator Red Blend - Pure Decadence

    This might be one of the most slam dunk 10 Taste Ratings we've ever given, and you can get it for OVER HALF OFF for the next two days. The J Dusi Paper Street The Narrator Red Blend is back! That's right, J Dusi is back with a new vintage of this decadent blend from a very … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, Deals, GSM, Insider Deals, Red Blends, Saturday Splurge

    Bulk Buy INSIDER DEAL! Stolpman Para Maria Rosé

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: February 1, 2023 Last Updated: February 1, 2023

    Bulk Buy INSIDER DEAL! Stolpman Para Maria Rosé

    Stolpman Vineyards is back with the Bulk Buy rated Para Maria Rosé. Stock up on this 91-93 point lip-smacking, bone dry rosé. Para Maria returns, this time in Rosé form! … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, California, Deals, GSM, Insider Deals, Rosé

    Pontificis GSM - A GSM Blend for the Masses

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: January 31, 2023 Last Updated: January 31, 2023

    Pontificis GSM - A GSM Blend for the Masses

    Another consistently good Trader Joe's pick, the Pontificis GSM. 45% Grenache, 35% Syrah and 20% Mourvedre from several different areas in the Languedoc-Roussillon region of France. This includes Tautavel (Grenache and Syrah), the Herault Plain (Syrah), Puicheric which … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: France, GSM, Languedoc, Pizza Wine, Thanksgiving, Trader Joe's

    E. Guigal Cotes du Rhone Rouge - A Classic Rhone Value

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: January 26, 2023 Last Updated: January 29, 2023

    E. Guigal Cotes du Rhone Rouge - A Classic Rhone Value

    A great wine for the price that is widely available, including at some Costco locations. We review the E. Guigal Cotes du Rhone Rouge. 50% Syrah, 40% Grenache and 10% Mourvedre from vines with an average age of 35 years throughout the southern Rhone Valley of France. The … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Costco, France, France - Rhone, GSM, Red Blends

    Kirkland Signature Gigondas - Authentically Good

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: December 28, 2022 Last Updated: December 30, 2022

    Kirkland Signature Gigondas - Authentically Good

    A solidly satisfying Southern Rhone bargain from Costco, we check out the latest vintage of the Kirkland Signature Gigondas, now a Bulk Buy! 85% Grenache, 10% Syrah and 5% Mourvedre from Gigondas, Southern Rhone Valley, France. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, Costco, France, GSM, Kirkland Signature, Red Blends, Thanksgiving

    Foggy Veil Santa Barbara County Red Wine – Clearly Tasty

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: December 13, 2022 Last Updated: December 14, 2022

    Foggy Veil Santa Barbara County Red Wine – Clearly Tasty

    A nice Syrah and Grenache blend from Trader Joe's, we check out the latest vintage of the Foggy Veil Santa Barbara County Red Wine. 77% Syrah and 23% Grenache from Santa Barbara County, California. The wine was aged in oak for an unspecified amount of time. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, GSM, Red Blends, Syrah, Thanksgiving, Trader Joe's

    INSIDER DEAL! Bodega Rancho Bennett Valley Red - Two of Our Favorite Things

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: October 24, 2022 Last Updated: October 26, 2022

    INSIDER DEAL! Bodega Rancho Bennett Valley Red - Two of Our Favorite Things

    THIS DEAL IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. Don't miss our 44% savings on this delicious blend of Syrah and Grenache from a special spot in Sonoma, the Bodega Rancho Bennett Valley Red from … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, Deals, GSM, Insider Deals, Red Blends, Saturday Splurge

    INSIDER DEAL! Vigilance Cimarron - One Finely Crafted Cuvée

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: October 21, 2022 Last Updated: October 24, 2022

    INSIDER DEAL! Vigilance Cimarron - One Finely Crafted Cuvée

    THIS DEAL IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. The Bulk Buy rated GSM blend from our very first Insider Deal is back and better than ever! Check out our giant rating and equally giant 56% … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, California, California - Lake County, Deals, GSM, Insider Deals, Red Blends

    Kirkland Signature Cotes du Rhone Villages - A Whole Lot of Complexity For $7

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: October 6, 2022 Last Updated: October 6, 2022

    Kirkland Signature Cotes du Rhone Villages - A Whole Lot of Complexity For $7

    The best value in all of the Costco Kirkland Signature wines? We check out the latest vintage of the Kirkland Signature Cotes du Rhone Villages. A blend of Syrah, Grenache and Mourvedre from Cotes du Rhone Villages, France. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Costco, France, France - Rhone, GSM, Kirkland Signature, Pizza Wine, Red Blends, Thanksgiving

    Laurent Dublanc Tradition et Terroir Cotes du Rhone from Trader Joe's

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: September 8, 2022 Last Updated: September 22, 2022

    Laurent Dublanc Tradition et Terroir Cotes du Rhone from Trader Joe's

    A solid little GSM blend, we review the Laurent Dublanc Tradition et Terroir Cotes du Rhone from Trader Joe's. While the label doesn't specify, the wine is a blend of predominantly Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre (aka GSM) from the Rhone Valley of France. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: France, France - Rhone, GSM, Red Blends, Trader Joe's

    Tenebres GSM - Bring On The Jam

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: July 8, 2022 Last Updated: January 1, 2023

    Tenebres GSM - Bring On The Jam

    A sweeter and jammier version of another popular GSM blend from Trader Joe's, we review the Ténèbres GSM. 34% Grenache, 33% Syrah and 33% Mourvedre from France. The wine has 9.5 g/L of residual sugar. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: France, GSM, Red Blends, Trader Joe's

    INSIDER DEAL! Frog's Tooth Mixed Reds - Spectacular

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: February 11, 2022 Last Updated: February 14, 2022

    INSIDER DEAL! Frog's Tooth Mixed Reds - Spectacular

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. Save 43% on a pair of Perfect 10's! The Frog's Tooth Petite Sirah and Frog's Tooth GSM from the Sierra Foothills of … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, Deals, GSM, Insider Deals, Petite Sirah, Red Blends, Saturday Splurge

    Delas Saint-Espirit Cotes du Rhone - The Complete Package

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: February 9, 2022 Last Updated: January 17, 2023

    Delas Saint-Espirit Cotes du Rhone - The Complete Package

    Everything you want in an inexpensive (thanks to the Costco price) Rhone blend, the Delas Saint-Espirit Cotes du Rhone. 60% Syrah and 40% Grenache from the Ardeche region in the Rhone Valley of France. The wine is aged 8 months in stainless steel. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Costco, France, France - Rhone, Grenache, GSM, Highly Recommended, Red Blends, Syrah

    Caves du Fournalet Cotes du Rhone - A Worthy Buy

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: July 22, 2021 Last Updated: January 24, 2023

    Caves du Fournalet Cotes du Rhone - A Worthy Buy

    A tasty Cotes du Rhone red blend in a distinctive bottle for just $7 at Trader Joe's, the Caves du Fournalet Cotes du Rhone. A red blend from the Rhone Valley of France. No info is given but it is likely primarily made from Grenache. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: France, France - Rhone, GSM, Red Blends, Thanksgiving, Trader Joe's

    Bonny Doon Vineyard Le Cigare Volant - Still Scrumptious

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: July 17, 2021 Last Updated: January 24, 2023

    Bonny Doon Vineyard Le Cigare Volant - Still Scrumptious

    The newly re-styled Bonny Doon Vineyard Le Cigare Volant. Wonderfully satisfying and less than half the price! 56% Grenache, 30% Cinsault, 13% Syrah and 1% Petite Sirah from the following vineyards in the Central Coast of California: 48% Alta Loma, 35% Loma Del Rio, 6% … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, California, Costco, GSM, Red Blends, Thanksgiving

    Pedernales Cellars Texas GSM Melange - A Darn Good Red Blend

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: June 29, 2021 Last Updated: January 26, 2023

    Pedernales Cellars Texas GSM Melange - A Darn Good Red Blend

    Another fine find from Texas, the Pedernales Cellars Texas GSM Melange. 43% Mourvèdre, 25% Grenache, 43% Cinsault, 10% Carignan, 4% Syrah and 4% Petite Sirah from the Bingham, Kuhlken, Farmhouse and Lahey Vineyards in Texas. The wine spends 12 months in French and American … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: GSM, Red Blends, Saturday Splurge, Texas

    Kirkland Signature Chateauneuf du Pape - A Costco QPR Champ!

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: June 17, 2021 Last Updated: January 19, 2023

    Kirkland Signature Chateauneuf du Pape - A Costco QPR Champ!

    A high end wine available close to $20 thanks to Costco. The Kirkland Signature Chateauneuf-du-Pape! A Southern Rhone blend of 70% Grenache, 10% Syrah, 10% Cinsault and 10% Mourvedre from Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Rhone, France. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Costco, France, France - Rhone, GSM, Kirkland Signature, Saturday Splurge, Thanksgiving

    La Vieille Ferme Red - French For Value

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: January 29, 2021 Last Updated: August 15, 2022

    La Vieille Ferme Red - French For Value

    Bottle or box, La Vieille Ferme Red deserves a permanent position on your counter. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Box Wine, France, GSM, Highly Recommended, Pizza Wine, Thanksgiving

    Chateau l'Hospitalet Grand Vin Rouge - Good Medicine

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: December 12, 2020 Last Updated: October 1, 2021

    Chateau l'Hospitalet Grand Vin Rouge - Good Medicine

    A fabulous, meaty, French wine for a Saturday Splurge, the Chateau l'Hospitalet Grand Vin Rouge from Gerard Bertrand. A blend of organically grown Syrah (60%), Grenache (30%) and Mourvedre (10%) from the La Clape appellation in the Languedoc region of France. The wine is … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: France, GSM, Languedoc, Organic, Red Blends, Saturday Splurge

    Trader Joe's Petit Reserve GSM - Tart!

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: February 19, 2020 Last Updated: May 27, 2021

    Trader Joe's Petit Reserve Arroyo Seco GSM - Tart!

    Just $7 for this tart little number, the Trader Joe's Petit Reserve GSM from the Arroyo Seco AVA in Monterey County. A GSM blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre from Arroyo Seco, Monterey County, Central Coast, California. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, GSM, Red Blends, Trader Joe's

    Insider Deal! Cockamamie Red Blend by Twisted Oak - Ridiculously Tasty

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: October 9, 2019 Last Updated: January 14, 2022

    Insider Deal! Cockamamie Red Blend by Twisted Oak - Ridiculously Tasty

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. The only thing implausible about our latest INSIDER DEAL is the low price! The Twisted Oak Cockamamie Red Blend. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, Deals, GSM, Highly Recommended, Insider Deals, Red Blends

    M. Chapoutier La Ciboise Costieres de Nimes Rouge - Unknown Rhone

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: July 12, 2019 Last Updated: October 1, 2021

    M. Chapoutier La Ciboise Costieres de Nimes Rouge - Unknown Rhone

    A very good and very French red blend, the M. Chapoutier La Ciboise Costieres de Nimes Rouge. A blend of Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre, Carignan and Cinsault from Costeries de Nimes, Rhone Valley, France. The wine was aged for 6 months in concrete tanks.   … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: France, France - Rhone, GSM, Highly Recommended, Red Blends, Thanksgiving

    Chateau du Trignon Cotes-du-Rhone Villages Plan de Dieu - Wonderful

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: June 4, 2019 Last Updated: October 1, 2021

    Chateau du Trignon Cotes du Rhone Villages Plan de Dieu - Wonderful

    Another heavenly find from the Rhone Valley, the Chateau du Trignon Cotes-du-Rhone Villages Plan de Dieu red wine from Famille Quiot. 70% Grenache and 30% Syrah from 30 plus year-old vines in the Plan de Dieu appellation in the Southern Rhone Valley of France. The wine is … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: France, France - Rhone, Grenache, GSM, Highly Recommended, Red Blends, Thanksgiving

    Longevity Wines Debruvee - Absolutely Delicious

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: May 4, 2019 Last Updated: May 28, 2021

    Longevity Wines Debruvee - Absolutely Delicious

    Splurging on a GSM blend (plus Petite Sirah) that spends 30 months in French oak, the Longevity Wines Debruvee Vintner Select. 40% Grenache, 36% Syrah, 17% Mourvedre and 7% Petite Sirah from Livermore Valley, California. The wine is aged for 30 months in French oak. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, GSM, Saturday Splurge

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