The Intermingle California Dark Red Blend 2023 is a $6.99 Aldi exclusive.
The Story
The Intermingle brand is produced for Aldi by a division of Sutter Home Family Vineyards. Sutter Home was founded in 1890, and the original owners operated the winery until the onset of Prohibition. In 1948, the winery and vineyards were acquired by Trinchero Family Estates, now known as Trinchero Family Wine and Spirits.
Sutter Home’s major claim to fame is the introduction of White Zinfandel in 1972. It was a sensation.
Trinchero has a huge portfolio of wines and Spirits. Joel Gott, Ménage å Trois, Seaglass, and others.
The Intermingle California Dark Red Blend 2023 is a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Petite Sirah. The blend was intended as a stew of dark berries and mocha flavor.
The alcohol content is 13.5%.
The Intermingle California Dark Red Blend 2023 Tasting Notes
The color is deep and dark, very inky. The nose is blackberry, licorice, coffee, leather, and strawberry. The Intermingle California Dark Red Blend 2023 is medium-weight, with balanced flavor.
The Red blend tastes like plum, light caramel, cassis, spice, cranberry, and blueberry.
The tannins are soft, and the acidity is well managed..
The Summary
- The Intermingle California Dark Red Blend 2023 is a fine $6.99 Red Blend.
- It sips well, but I was expecting more Dark.
- Just the same, it is $6.99, well spent.
