A blend of two of the darkest grapes — Petite Sirah and Petit Verdot — this aptly named wine is all about pleasure, something that can be hard to find at this price point. Blackberry, cassis, a dusting of baker’s chocolate and just a hint of residual sugar make this a wide appeal value bottle. A Platinum Award winner at the 2021 San Diego International Wine & Spirits Challenge.
Cosentino Winery, Lodi (California) 2018
By Rich Cook