Top 5 Red Wines for Spring

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Lazy Afternoons and Brisk Evening

One of the traits of spring, at least here on the East Coast, that can be frustrating is the wild change in temperature from day to night. Once the sun goes down, winter’s bony fingers tend to creep down from the north, hoping to snatch back a few precious days. In order to properly ward off this assault something robust is in order, but you’ll still need a wine that can handle the daytime highs. What a dilemma!

Not if you reach for a gutsy bottle of Montepulciano d’Abruzzo! Rich and fruity but not heavy, Montepulciano is a lovely grape and one that’s perfect to help you make the transition from winter to spring just a little easier!

Two to try:

Zaccagnini Montepulciano d’Abruzzo – A classic version of the wine. Soft and fruity with a gutsy richness

Illuminati Riparosso - A bit richer in style, this is a lusty red, yet one that is still silky soft.

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Stevern86

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Greg, I have 3 light reds for you to try if you can get your hands on them. The first is Lone Madrone Mezcla Roja, Sculpterra Grenache (70 cases or so made), and Wild Horse Blaufrankish. All are from Paso Robles and some might be available at the winery only. What the heck, it's a great excuse to go to a great wine region in Ca.

Mar 28, 2012 at 3:47 PM
Sedimentbl-
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"Or as the sages oft did say,
'Spring's here - break out the Beaujolais!"

<a href="http://www.sedimentblog.com">The Sediment Blog</a>

Mar 29, 2012 at 5:38 AM
J Bruce

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Fresh Market stores have a private label Cab that comes from Walla Walla Wash.that is very light bodied and a wonderful flavor. They have very tight quality controls. I am enjoying an 07 right now. AND it is less than 10 bucks a bottle! I just bought a case. I am trying their Merlot next.

Apr 10, 2012 at 6:59 PM
Adehagen

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2009 Trapiche “Finca Suarez Lastra”, Uco Valley, Mendoza
Cuma Torrontes 2011, El Esteco.
Cuma Cabernet Sauvignon 2011, El Esteco.

May 31, 2012 at 8:38 AM
catboots

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Some of my favorite reds are--1-Campus Oaks Zinfandel Lodi 2010
2-The new Epica Cabernet Sauvignon- 2011
3-Nero D' Avola Italian Red- From Trader Joe's Market
4-Concannon-Petite Sirah 2010

Jul 29, 2012 at 10:46 AM