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Ancient Peaks 2015 Renegade Blend
Winery: Ancient Peaks
Grape(s): 55% Syrah, 27% Zinfandel, 13% Petite Sirah, & 5% Petit Verdot
Region: Paso Robles, Ca
Year: 2015
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price: 15-20

Review:
A bouquet of blackberries, cherries, bacon, and cocoa rises up from a glass. Blackberry, cherry, and plum flavors weave together with highlights of bacon, spice, and mocha on the palate. Polished tannins and rich, hearty flavors make this a wine to enjoy when serving BBQ brisket.
Rating: 92

Markham 2014 "1879 Cellar Blend
Winery: Markham
Grape(s): 49% Merlot, 20% Syrah, 12% Petite Sirah, 9% Zinfandel, 8% Cabernet, & 2% Charbono
Region: Napa Valley, Ca
Year: 2014
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price: 15-20

Review:
Aromatics of plums, cherries, dark chocolate, and spice greet the senses. Blackberry, plum, and blueberry flavors take shape on the palate, moving into elements of chocolate, pepper, and smoky oak. Smooth, yet rather complex for it's price, open a bottle with BBQ pulled pork.
Rating: 90

Locations "E" 5 Red Blend
Winery: Locations "E"
Grape(s): Grenache, Tempranillo, Monastrell, & Carignan
Region: Spain
Year: n/a
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price: 15-20

Review:
A combination of cherry, plum, and boysenberry aromas meld among hints of clove and vanilla on the nose. Lush fruit comes forth on that palate as cherries, bramble berries, and red plums are accented by whispers of brown spice and vanilla. Opulent fruit and plush tannins make this a red wine one could sip on its own or enjoy with BBQ ribs .
Rating: 90

Tenshen 2016 Red Blend
Winery: Tenshen
Grape(s): Syrah, Grenache, Mourvédre, Petite Sirah & Merlot
Region: Santa Barbara, California
Year: 2016
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price: 15-20

Review:
An abundance of dark berries, herbs, and vanilla rise up from a glass. Jammy cherry, boysenberry, and plum meld with hints of spice, sage, and vanilla on the palate. Lush, layered and quite jammy, BBQ chicken will pair nicely.
Rating: 89