I bet you can't guess what this blog is about! Unless you said another Apothic...then you'd be correct. I just feel like I have to give them all a shot to find my true favorite -- clearly I can't get enough. For this tasting, I tried the Apothic Original Blend from 2022 which cost about $9.99. Another California wine, in a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, and Zinfandel.
This smelled more coffee-like compared to the Apothic Crush from earlier this week. It was more oaky, maybe a hazelnut, cinnamon, vanilla coffee blend; a nice dark red cup of coffee. It had a little kick of spice upon the first taste with a wood-burn flavor. I also noticed a little black plum tartness, black currant, and some pine. I think it was pretty good and I would rate it about a 7.8/10, not an 8 but not a 7. I still think the Apothic Cab. Sauv. is taking the award according to my tastebuds. I'm finding I prefer wines that aren't as smokey or oaky, smokey oaky!
Review online: "Great wine for a very reasonable price. A delicious, affordable red blend. The smooth character of the berry and vanilla adds a delicate sweetness that is very pleasing. A favorite label!"
I am pickin' up what they're puttin' down with this one. I get it!
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