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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.
British Columbia Meritage Style, Cru International
$99.99

British Columbia Meritage Style, Cru International

This dry, medium-bodied wine opens on the nose with delicious aromas of red currant, cassis, vanilla, cigar box, and spices. On the palate, it unve...

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$99.99
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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$139.99
Winemaker’s Trio Red, En Primeur Winery Series
$169.99

Winemaker’s Trio Red, En Primeur Winery Series

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

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$169.99
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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$169.99
Italy Style Rosso Grande, Cru Select
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$139.99

Italy Style Rosso Grande, Cru Select

This item has been discontinued. Deep ruby-garnet colour and spicy oak aroma and bursting with vibrant flavours of ripe berries and black cherries....

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$139.99
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Italy Rosso Grande Eccellente, En Primeur Winery Series
$169.99

Italy Rosso Grande Eccellente, En Primeur Winery Series

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

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$169.99