September 17, 2024
20-Buck Bottle: Flexible red with hints of berries and spice
French wine can pairs well with a variety of foods.
by Anita Skogland
2016 Mary Taylor Red Buzet, Christophe Avi, Buzet, France
Available at: Whole Foods, multiple locations
Price: $19.99
On the Nose: Blackberry, warm spice, blueberry, fresh and bright
On the Palate: Plum, dark berries, and hint of clove, medium body with a clean finish, light acidity, good structure
On the Plate: Grilled chicken thighs, meatballs with tomato sauce, black bean burgers with cheddar, tomato sandwich, lentil dal
Our Take: A good value red that can complement a variety of foods.
Fun Facts: : 80% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon. Buzet is about an hour southeast of Bordeaux city. The soil is clay and limestone, which provides a good base for merlot and cabernet sauvignon. While it is not as famous as Bordeaux for its wines, it has been a wine-making region for hundreds of years. The Avi property has been making wine for 90 years, and Christophe took over the operations in 1973. He follows organic and biodynamic production methods.
