Big House Wines
2011 Big House Red
ALC: 13.5% Price: $22 for 3L box
Received from Underdog Wine & Spirits
Bottle Notes:
“The 2011 Big House Red is an eclectic mix of over 15 different grape varieties, including Grenache, Syrah, Tempranillo, and other esoteric reds such as Sagrantino. Often referred to as a “fruit bomb,” this wine bursts with blackberries and raspberries on the nose leading to a clean palate exhibiting flavors of cranberries, roses, and a touch of rhubarb. The lingering finish leaves you with flavors of vanilla and a touch of dark cherries. The wine is the perfect companion to grilled meats, lasagna Bolognese or grilled vegetables. I bet it also pairs well with filing out your Federal Tax returns – but in moderation, of course!”
Our Tasting Notes:
I bet when you saw that this was a “boxed wine” you immediately dismissed it. To be honest, when I received this wine it was not on the top of my “excited to drink list.” Last night I finally decided to give it a try. Before I knew anything about this wine I tasted it and tried to see if I could guess the varietals in it. After my first drink I was pleasantly surprised by the quality. It was big, bold, and surprisingly dynamic. I was unable to guess the most prominent grape in this blend which is Grenache, but I did pick up on the Syrah and Merlot.
This blend is made up of 19% Grenache, 17% Syrah, 16% Tempranillo, 14% Petite Verdot, 6% Mourvedre, and a bit more of various other varietals. It had great dark fruit flavors of blackberries and blueberries. It even had some soft tannins and a pretty decent finish. It was a well-rounded wine that drank very smoothly.
Now lets move on to the frugal aspects of this boxed wine. This 3 Liter box of wine is equivalent to 4 bottles of wine. At a suggested retail price of $22 and available for less than that, this wine is a steal. To top it all off, it has a unique octagon shape and an easy to use pour spout. What more could you want!? Perhaps it’s not a wine you would pull out for nice dinner parties but it is the perfect thing for a casual evening at home. Give it a try!
For more info check out: www.bighousewines.com
