Happy Saturday! Yesterday I stopped at my local wine store and went into the "back room" where they have all the better and more expensive wines and I found the wine I've opened tonight. The odd thing was that this wine was only $12.97, so I'm not even sure why it was in the pricy wine room. In any case, I was intrigues by this wine, "Cinco" as it's a blend of five different varietals from Chile: Carmenere (38%), Cabernet Sauvignon (30%), Syrah (20%), Merlot (7%) and Carignan (5%). So. let's see how this Cinco blend is tasting!
The wine is a deep ruby color in the glass, a testament to the impact of the Cabernet on the blend. A gentle swirl of the glass reveals aromas of leather, blackberry and cherry with hints of peppery spice undertones. The first sip is a rush of ripe plum, cherry and blackberry that transitions easily to some earthy notes of dusty limestone midpalate. The tannins are nicely structured, providing for a velvety smooth and exceptionally dry finish.
Overall, I would rate this wine a solid 8.5 as it's a wonderfully easy drinking red that could be an everyday wine at this price. This wine would pair well with a variety of dishes, from steaks and lamb to barbecue or tacos. Tonight, I am enjoying this wine with some mustard barbecued chicken thighs, oven roasted sweet potatoes and steamed broccoli. Cheers!
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