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.
Italy Amarone Style, En Primeur Winery Series
$169.99

Italy Amarone Style, En Primeur Winery Series

RJS Craft Winemaking

A spicy bouquet with black cherry, tobacco, licorice, and coffee notes. The palate is big, round, and flavourful with delicious dark fruit, leathe...

View full details
$169.99
Italy Super Tuscan, En Primeur Winery Series
$169.99

Italy Super Tuscan, En Primeur Winery Series

RJS Craft Winemaking

An assertive wine with aromatics of fresh raspberries supported by subtle hints of vanilla and earth. A concentrated palate of blackberries and bla...

View full details
$169.99
Winemaker’s Trio White, En Primeur Winery Series
$169.99

Winemaker’s Trio White, En Primeur Winery Series

RJS Craft Winemaking

This refined Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, and Muscat blend exudes pretty floral aromas with hints of tropical fruit and lychee. Flavours on the p...

View full details
$169.99
Winemaker’s Trio Red, En Primeur Winery Series
$169.99

Winemaker’s Trio Red, En Primeur Winery Series

RJS Craft Winemaking

A modern, new world style wine featuring a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Zinfandel. Aromas of vanilla, red berries and black cherries and ...

View full details
$169.99
Italy Rosso Grande Eccellente, En Primeur Winery Series
$169.99

Italy Rosso Grande Eccellente, En Primeur Winery Series

RJS Craft Winemaking

A delectable bouquet of sweet ripe berries, spices, and farm cherries, and firmly structured tannins. This assertive wine is bold in all aspects. F...

View full details
$169.99
Australia Cabernet Shiraz, En Primeur Winery Series
$169.99

Australia Cabernet Shiraz, En Primeur Winery Series

RJS Craft Winemaking

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...

View full details
$169.99
Italy Sangiovese Cabernet - RQ24 - Available Feb. 2024
Unavailable
$172.99

Italy Sangiovese Cabernet - RQ24 - Available Feb. 2024

RJS Craft Winemaking

Truly remarkable, this Sangiovese Cabernet Sauvignon from Italy pays homage to the masterpieces of the Renaissance art movement. Just as the Renais...

View full details
$172.99
Unavailable
Australia Riesling Gewürztraminer, En Primeur Winery Series
Unavailable
$169.99

Australia Riesling Gewürztraminer, En Primeur Winery Series

RJS Craft Winemaking

This item has been discontinued. Apples, spice, and slight minerality on the nose. Flavours of citrus, floral and honey linger on the palate. Pleas...

View full details
$169.99
Unavailable
Italy Valpola, En Primeur Winery Series
$169.99

Italy Valpola, En Primeur Winery Series

RJS Craft Winemaking

A fruit forward nose with aromas of raisins, dark cherries, and toasted oak. Notes of sweet chocolate, prunes and firm tannins grace the palate. Fo...

View full details
$169.99
Provence, France Semillon Sauvignon Blanc - LE23 - Available Mar. 2024
Unavailable
$172.99

Provence, France Semillon Sauvignon Blanc - LE23 - Available Mar. 2024

Winexpert

This White Bordeaux style wine is a classic French blend of Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc. Citrus and grassy aromas lead to a gorgeous palate with r...

View full details
$172.99
Unavailable
Spain Grenache Syrah, En Primeur Winery Series
$169.99

Spain Grenache Syrah, En Primeur Winery Series

RJS Craft Winemaking

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...

View full details
$169.99
Riverland, Australia Tempranillo Shiraz (with grape skins) - LE23 - Available Apr. 2024
Unavailable
$172.99

Riverland, Australia Tempranillo Shiraz (with grape skins) - LE23 - Available Apr. 2024

Winexpert

Tempranillo and Shiraz are exceptional blending partners creating a poignant blend abound with rich fruit and spice. Aromas of red berry, chocolate...

View full details
$172.99
Unavailable
Italy Trebbiano Chardonnay - RQ24 - Available Jan. 2024
Unavailable
$172.99

Italy Trebbiano Chardonnay - RQ24 - Available Jan. 2024

RJS Craft Winemaking

Italy’s complex Trebbiano Chardonnay draws inspiration from the opulent and iconic world of Baroque art. Just like Baroque is characterized by deta...

View full details
$172.99
Unavailable
Italy Winemaker's Blend - LE23 - Available Jan. 2024
Unavailable
$172.99

Italy Winemaker's Blend - LE23 - Available Jan. 2024

Winexpert

The varietals in our Winemaker’s Blend play off each other to create a crisp off-dry wine with a tapestry of vibrant fruit flavours. Pinot Grigio l...

View full details
$172.99
Unavailable
Valencia, Spain Bobal Cabernet Sauvignon - LE23 - Available Dec. 2023
Unavailable
$172.99

Valencia, Spain Bobal Cabernet Sauvignon - LE23 - Available Dec. 2023

Winexpert

This Spanish red combines Bobal and Cabernet Sauvignon to deliver a medium-bodied wine with a fruity palate and silky tannin. Aromas of black fruit...

View full details
$172.99
Unavailable