94
Points
Lot 585 | 2023 North Coast Red Blend 750ml

Lot 585
2023 North Coast Red Blend

750ml
$19.00
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Available for purchase in the U.S. only excluding AK, DE, HI, RI, UT.

Over $50/bottle under the original label

Lot 585 is a 94-point James Suckling scored (under our label) masterful blend featuring a Cabernet Sauvignon core with classic Bordelaise varietals and a touch of Zinfandel. Crafted by a stalwart multigenerational family estate with some of the most celebrated vineyards in wine country, it’s a simply wonderful showcase of the terrific 2023 growing season. NDA terms require us to keep mum about exact varietals and percentages (and we had to declassify the label to North Coast for extra brand security).

Medium ruby on the pour, the nose dances out of the glass with a core of chocolate, dried herbs, cherry, and cassis berry haloed by menthol, plum, and crushed florals. On entry, a beam of acidity slices through red fruit and new leather, backed by medium barrel spice and small, velvety tannins. The finish begins with high-toned spice and earth, revealing cherry compote before shifting to broad welcoming waves of vanilla. Still full of youthful energy, this wine promises even more depth and integration with some more bottle age, but if you can’t wait, don’t forget to decant!


14.3% alc

Overall rating: 4.7058825 / 5 from 17 reviews.

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Great Pizza Wine

"I figured I couldn’t go wrong getting a blend that was rated 94 for under $20. I was right! After drinking the first, I ordered 4 more. I don’t know if I would score it a 94 against some of much higher priced premium blends but this very nice wine at this great price makes it impossible to pass up."

— steve m. (5/5)

Beautifully blended

"This wine is really well blended. The are almost no seams in the blend. The tannins and chalky and the Zinfandel adds a smooth, bold boost."

— Kjel H. (5/5)

The perfect every evening red.

"You know when you are having leftovers, pizza, pasta, or a hamburger at home? This wine hits the mark! It's not intended to be the big red meat or heavy sauces wine. . . it's a very nice everyday wine."

— Naomi W. (5/5)

Excellent

"Ordered this based on the ratings and it did not disappoint. A really tasty red blend that fills the mouth."

— M.A. O. (5/5)

Big Red

"I love this wine. So reasonably priced for such a big bold red. Lots of spice. This is my second case. Highly recommend."

— David R. (5/5)

Excellent blend, rich yet still

"Excellent blend, rich yet still fruity."

— christian s. (5/5)

Very solid bottle

"Great wine with intense flavors. Amazing for the price."

— Charlie B. (4/5)

Excellent!

"This red blend was fantastic!"

— sara s. (5/5)

Will Buy Again.

"This is great wine to enjoy with friends while enjoying good meals. I believe this is my second purchase of this vintage. A must for any ones cellar. Enjoy!!"

— Ngozi O. (5/5)

Smooth blend

"Easy to drink. Good flavors"

— Timothy R. (4/5)

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