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...]
The Best GSM Blends (Grenache-Syrah-Mourvedre)
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...]
INSIDER DEAL! Vigilance Cimarron - One Finely Crafted Cuvée
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 Bulk Buy rated GSM blend from our very first Insider Deal is back and better than ever! Check out our giant rating and equally … [Read more...]
Pontificis GSM - A GSM Blend for the Masses
Another consistently good Trader Joe's pick, the Pontificis GSM. 40% Grenache, 35% Syrah and 25% Mourvedre from Languedoc-Roussillon, France. It has 7 g/L of residual sugar. … [Read more...]
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...]
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...]
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...]
Kirkland Signature Gigondas - Authentically Good
A solidly satisfying Southern Rhone bargain from Costco, we check out the latest vintage of the Kirkland Signature Gigondas. 85% Grenache, 10% Syrah and 5% Mourvedre from Gigondas, Southern Rhone Valley, France. … [Read more...]
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...]
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...]
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...]
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...]
La Vieille Ferme Red - French For Value
Bottle or box, La Vieille Ferme Red deserves a permanent position on your counter. … [Read more...]
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...]
Foggy Veil Hillside Selection Santa Barbara County Red – Clearly Tasty
A nice Syrah and Grenache blend from Trader Joe's, the Foggy Veil Hillside Selection Santa Barbara County Red Blend. 78% Syrah and 22% Grenache from Santa Barbara County, California. The wine was aged in oak for an unspecified amount of time. … [Read more...]
Trader Joe's Petit Reserve 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...]
Insider Deal! Cockamamie Red Blend by Twisted Oak - Ridiculously Tasty
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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...]
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...]
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...]
Ferraton Pere et Fils Plan de Dieu - A Little Piece of Heaven
Smooth, savory and delicious, the Ferraton Pere et Fils Cotes-du-Rhone Villages Plan de Dieu. 65% Grenache, 25% Syrah and 10% Mourvedre from Cotes-du-Rhone Villages Plan de Dieu in the Southern Rhone of France. The wine is matured in concrete vats. … [Read more...]
Vinum Cellars Red Dirt Red - Paso Robles Rhone
Channeling a little Chateauneuf du Pape in Paso Robles, the Vinum Cellars Red Dirt Red. 35% Mourvedre, 28% Syrah, 22% Grenache and 14% Petite Sirah from Paso Robles, California. The wine spends 18 months in French oak barrels (90% 2 year old and 10% new). … [Read more...]
Domaine Des Bosquets Gigondas - A Meaty Marvel
Splurging on a fantastic GSM blend from the Rhone, the Domaine Des Bosquets Gigondas. 70% Grenache, 20% Syrah and 10% Mourvedre and Cinsault from 50 year old vines in Gigondas, Rhone, France. The wine is aged for 18 months in a combination of concrete tanks, 228L barriques … [Read more...]
Chronic Cellars Sofa King Bueno - Just Right
A very well put together Rhone-style blend from Paso Robles, the Chronic Cellars Sofa King Bueno. 44% Syrah, 31% Grenache, 13% Petite Sirah, 10% Mourvedre and 2% Tannat from Paso Robles, California. … [Read more...]