Wine By Nine

Red Wine by Antinori from Tuscany, Italy. Santa Cristina was originally introduced in 1946 as a Chianti Classico by Piero Antinori's father, Niccol?. However, with the passage of the 1984 DOCG laws - spearheaded by Piero Antinori - requiring lower vineyard yields, Chianti Classico grapes became so complex and rich that they required more aging than this fruity fresh wine should have to maintain its style and character. Therefore, with the 1987 vintage, Santa Cristina moved away from the Chianti Classico designation, and with the 1994 vintage Antinori began including 10% Merlot to the blend to add soft, open fruit nuances to the wine. Santa Cristina is ruby red in color with purple hues. Intense fresh fruit aromas with pleasant floral hints. Well-structured, soft and harmonious. Sweet tannin and lingering fruit in the finish.

Red Wine by Guardian Peak from South Africa. Ripe and generous with bright cherry and plum flavours, revealing hints of crushed pepper, submerged in layers of exotic oak. While men may dream different dreams, they are driven by the same quest: to reach for, and to accomplish perfection. No two pursuits bare the truth of this more than the perfect round of golf and the perfect bottle of wine. So when Ernie Els and good friend Jean Engelbrecht (Proprietor of Guardian Peak Winery) discussed the possibility to produce a wine together, the marriage of their ideas on winemaking styles and ideas quickly transformed into a strategy based on quality. Quality and excellence, no matter what. Embracing the talents of winemaker Louis Strydom, who has produced the only South African wine to be nominated four years consecutively as one of the Top 100 wines in the world, they created the Ernie Els wine, a classic Bordeaux blend comprising of five varietals - Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Malbec and Petit Verdot. Comments Jean, As Ernie is setting the standard in the international sporting arena, so are we dedicated to superior quality and excellence in this unique venture.

Red Wine by Evil from South Australia, Australia. The 2006 Evil Cabernet Sauvignon saw 25% of the wine aged in French oak. It reveals a fragrant bouquet of cedar and black currants. Fruit-driven, full-bodied, with tons of flavor, this Cabernet is an exceptional value. It will provide pleasure over the next 6-8 years. R Wines is a new company founded by importer and marketing genius, Dan Philips, along with co-owner, renowned winemaker, Chris Ringland. Winemakers for R Wines are Chris Ringland, Lisa Wetherell, Andrew Hercock, and John Hughes. It encompasses four familiar labels, Marquis Philips, 3 Rings, Roogle, and Bitch, along with 13 others created especially for R Wines. Needless to say, the packaging of these wines is amazingly creative but, more importantly, what is in the bottle consistently over-delivers from low-end to high-end. - Wine Advocate

Red Wine by Tortoise Creek from Languedoc-Roussillon, France - regions. The grapes are grown and sourced from four single vineyard sites from the Languedoc region in the south of France along the Mediterranean. No oak was used and the wine was bottled without filtration. The Cabernet has fruity notes of black cherry and spice that dance on the nose. Silky on the palate with flavors of blackberries, dark cherry and licorice with a long finish. Enjoy with roasted potatoes, grilled steak, beef stew and firmer cheeses.

Red Wine by Concha y Toro from Chile, South America. The wine is endowed with a remarkable bouquet, complex overtones and a lingering finish. It is well structured, perfectly balanced and boasts a satisfying and lingering finish. Dark and deep red color. Appealing red cherries and black plums with a touch of toasty oak. This classic, well structured, perfectly balanced Cabernet Sauvignon goes well with the heartiest cuisine, including roasts, game, stews, spicy pasta dishes and robust cheeses.

Red Wine by Concha y Toro from Chile, South America. Color: Dark and deep crimson red. Bouquet: Luscious flavors - dark plums and chocolate with hints of coffee and toasty American oak. Taste: Notes of dark plums and spice, generously framed by toasty American oak with a soft and well structured mouthfilling texture. Casillero del Diablo Carmenere is excellent with fresh light dishes based in meats, vegetables and fresh herbs. Also a good accompaniment to ripe cheeses such as Gouda, Gruyere or a dry goat cheese.

Red Wine by Banfi from Tuscany, Italy. Col di Sasso, which translates to Stony Hill, is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese grapes cultivated on the most rocky and impervious slopes of the Banfi estate in Montalcino, Tuscany. Typically harvested in early October, each grape variety is vinified separately. The Sangiovese imparts body, while stainless steel aged Cabernet Sauvignon adds fruit and structure. Col di Sasso is a youthful red to be enjoyed with grilled or roasted meats, poultry, or as an ideal accompaniment to pasta with meat sauce and mildly piquant cheeses.

Red Wine by Don Rodolfo from Argentina, South America. Number 32 on the Wine.com 100 of 2007! Top 100 Best Values of the Year Cafayate's heights deliver intense sun and heat, which typically translates into rich, powerful reds. This one, however, seems to channel more of the area's cool nights in its subtle, spicy flavor. It's elegant and light, with strawberry and cherry flavors supported by firm tannins. It's impressively refined - especially at this price. --- Wine & Spirits

Red Wine by Canyon Road from California. Grapes for this wine are sourced from many regions within California including the North and Central Coast appellations. This grape sourcing affords the winemaker the ability to choose only the best quality grapes. Traditional fermentation techniques used in conjunction with barrel aging yield a wine of great distinction. Plum and black cherry aromas are at the center of a rich bouquet that is complemented by slight oak and vanilla tones. The palate is soft, approachable and fruity, making this wine a great choice for all occasions.

Red Wine by Tortoise Creek from Languedoc-Roussillon, France - regions. The grapes are grown and sourced from five single vineyard sites from the Languedoc region in the south of France along the Mediterranean coast. No oak was used and the wine was bottled without filtration. The Merlot is firm in the mouth with dark cherry, plum and spice notes. It has a lasting finish with hints of dried blackberries. Enjoy it with red-sauced pasta dishes, beef stew or a glazed honey ham.

Red Wine by Concha y Toro from Chile, South America. Casillero del Diablo Merlot is big in volume and smooth, while exhibiting great structure. Dark and deep red color. Luscious fruit flavors: cherries, currants, berries and plums. On the palate, hints of mocha and herbs, generously framed by toasty American oak. It has a mouthfilling texture and is soft, but well structured. This wine is an excellent complement to a variety of cheeses, meats and pasta dishes.

Red Wine by Jose Maria Da Fonseca from Portugal. Grape Varieties 70% Castelao; 20% Trincadeira; 10% Aragonez Color Deep ruby Bouquet Red berries, black currant, chocolate and nuances of green tea Taste Medium-bodied, fruity, soft tannins, and well balanced with a long, smooth finish. Serving Suggestions Serve at room temperature. Excellent with red meat, turkey and other white meats, and cheeses