Winemaker Kevin Kelley of Salinia has nailed it again, with his "MIX," a field blend dominated by Southern Rhone varietals grown biodynamically at Mendocino's Sun Hawk Farms. The grapes--Syrah, Grenache, Mourvedre, Counoise, Cabernet Sauvignon, Marsanne, Roussanne, Viognier, Picpoul and Muscat-- are not only grown together, but they're harvested at the same time, then fermented whole cluster with foot-treading twice daily. The wine is finally aged for 18 months in 500-liter acacia barrels. The white varietals add a stunning floral, stone fruit element to the already-expressive nose (violets, red fruit, bacon fat). But the wine really soars on the palate, with all of the varietals contributing to its depth. Currant, cherry and briar fruit, wet stone, game and spice, framed by supple tannins and wonderful acidity. Spectacular.
Below is a listing of the wine review scores we frequently reference in our notes. While these sources remain an excellent source of information, we always recommend that you trust your own palate. Scores in these publications often represent the personal taste of an individual critic, which may not always coincide with your own. We have a huge team of excellent wine professionals that can match wines you've had in the past with new arrivals that meet your flavor profile.
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2011 Orin Swift "The Prisoner" Napa Valley Red Blend $37.99
Urbanite Cellars "Redart" Red Blend $9.99
Sherman & Hooker's Shebang (Bedrock Wine Co.) "Cuvée V" Sonoma Valley Red Blend $11.99
2010 Hey Mambo "Sultry Red" Red Blend $9.99
Marietta "Old Vine Red- Lot #59" Red Blend $11.99
