Another wine that I enjoyed with family while I was home was the Rue de Perle Bordeaux vintage 2020. I got this bottle from Kroger for $10. My intention was to prepare Coq au Vin for my family with it, but I had a little bit left over so I thought "What the hell, guess I'll drink it." The wine comes from Bordeaux, France and has an ABV of 14.5%. Bordeaux is a red blend that consists of Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Merlot, Petite Verdot, and Cabernet Franc grape varietals.
From reviews online, this particular vintage has a lovely dark fruit aroma. It is a medium-bodied red with cherry, raspberry, blackberry, and spice notes. I decanted this bottle for 30 minutes before cooking with and drinking it. The aroma consisted of raspberry, blackberry, and spices such as clove and cinnamon. It also had hints of chocolate and boysenberry.
I myself thought the wine was rather full-bodied. It was very dry and astringent, which I would contribute to high tannins. It was a rather dark purple as well. However, it was fruity with strong blackberry flavor along with spice. It was actually rather easy to drink, and pretty enjoyable. It was the perfect dry red to use in my dish and it really elevated the earthy flavor of the mushrooms.
According to page 83 of Wine Folly, a Bordeaux blend typically has flavors ranging from blackcurrant and black cherry, to graphite, chocolate, and dried herbs. It is usually a wine high in tannins and body, which I agree with. I think I would buy this reasonably priced bottle again.
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