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Blended Wines

Blended wines, the artful marriage of different grape varieties, exemplify the skill and creativity of winemakers in crafting harmonious and complex flavors. Through the careful selection and blending of distinct grapes, these wines offer a symphony of taste experiences that can't be achieved with a single variety alone.

Blending wines is an age-old practice that allows winemakers to achieve a balance of flavors, aromas, and structural elements. By combining grapes with varying characteristics, such as those with intense fruitiness, robust tannins, or bright acidity, winemakers can create wines that are greater than the sum of their parts.

One of the most famous examples of blended wines is Bordeaux, where different red grape varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Malbec are skillfully combined to produce red wines of exceptional complexity. Each grape contributes its unique attributes to the final blend, resulting in wines with depth, structure, and a diverse range of flavors.

Blending is not limited to red wines; white blended wines also shine in various wine regions. For instance, the classic white blends of the Rhône Valley incorporate grapes like Roussanne, Marsanne, and Viognier to create wines with floral aromatics, texture, and acidity that stand out on their own.

Beyond France, New World wine regions have embraced the art of blending to craft innovative wines that capture the essence of their terroir. In regions like California, winemakers blend different grape varieties to experiment with flavor profiles and create wines that cater to evolving consumer preferences.

Whether it's red, white, or even rosé, blended wines showcase the craftsmanship and vision of winemakers who carefully assemble each component to create a masterpiece that transcends the limitations of individual grapes. The next time you uncork a blended wine, take a moment to savor the artistry that goes into achieving a harmonious and memorable sip.
Argentina Malbec Syrah Style, Cru International
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$99.99

Argentina Malbec Syrah Style, Cru International

This item has been discontinued. Argentina’s best known and cherished red grape, Malbec, is blended with spicy Syrah to create a wine with pleasan...

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Australia Style Cabernet Shiraz Merlot, Cru Select
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$139.99

Australia Style Cabernet Shiraz Merlot, Cru Select

This item has been discontinued. These three noble grapes, grown in Australia’s warm climate, have produced an elegant wine with aromas of leather ...

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$139.99
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Australia Grenache Shiraz Mourvèdre, Classic
$99.99

Australia Grenache Shiraz Mourvèdre, Classic

Blackberry, dark chocolate and spice.

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California Style Cabernet Syrah Zinfandel, Cru Select
$139.99

California Style Cabernet Syrah Zinfandel, Cru Select

This is a classic big, bold California red blend. It exudes pronounced flavours of black cherries and berries layered with toasted oak, vanilla, an...

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Australia Cabernet Shiraz, En Primeur Winery Series
$169.99

Australia Cabernet Shiraz, En Primeur Winery Series

A fruit forward blend with firm tannins and notes of cassis and toast and vanilla flavours from the American oak create a balanced classic wine. Fo...

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Spain Grenache Syrah, En Primeur Winery Series
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Spain Grenache Syrah, En Primeur Winery Series

A nose and palate brimming with spicy black pepper notes, dried dark fruit, earth, and a hint of tobacco, with a lengthy and elegant finish.Food Pa...

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Australia Shiraz Cabernet Malbec - RQ25 - Available Dec. 2024
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$172.99

Australia Shiraz Cabernet Malbec - RQ25 - Available Dec. 2024

Classic Rock RQ25’s Australia Shiraz Cabernet Malbec embodies the essence of boldness and expressiveness, akin to the electrifying riffs of Rock Mu...

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$172.99
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Riverland, Australia - Fourtitude (with grape skins) - LE24 - Available Apr. 2025
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$172.99

Riverland, Australia - Fourtitude (with grape skins) - LE24 - Available Apr. 2025

An assertive blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Mataro, and Merlot that embodies Australia’s renowned bold and fruit-forward style. It opens with...

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$172.99
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