I have to credit Andrea for introducing me to this next wine - Apothic Red. It retails for about $20 in BC Liquor stores and half the price down in the States. Yes, I know. We get ripped off.
Here's a link to their website: http://www.apothic.com/wine.html
Essentially, in lamen's terms, Apothic is a shit mix of varieties. But a GOOD shitmix. It has Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot blended together for this smooth, chocolately velvet taste. Fantastic smooth finish. None of that gross dryness or tannins on your tongue afterwards. You should probably let it breathe a few minutes before drinking but I had bought one of those Vinturi wine decanters and none of us could taste the difference. Maybe I wasn't drunk enough but this wine sure had me reaching for my glass a lot!
Anyway, all in all a great wine. Sophisticated label, worth the price range (even at $20) and a bargain if half the price.
