Bistue Cellars Black Badger Red Wine

Tasting Notes

The Bistue Cellars Black Badger Red Wine is an intense, full-bodied Rhône-style red blend crafted by winemaker Carolina Bistué in the Winters, California appellation. Driven heavily by 80% Syrah, 15% Grenache, and 5% Mourvèdre, this vibrant varietal makeup delivers deep aromatic complexity and a robust structure. On the palate, it exhibits elegant, vibrant notes of raspberries and blackberries paired with undercurrents of dry leather and tobacco. The tasting profile finishes with savory, smooth balsamic notes, dark mineral characteristics, and mature, structured tannins. Because of its bold fruit profile, noticeable minerals, and heavy frame, this wine pairs exceptionally well with rich, savory, and protein-heavy meats. It is an ideal match for rare steaks, slow-roasted pork shoulder, mesquite-smoked brisket, or a classic osso buco, where the fats and proteins effortlessly soften the wine's mature tannins.

750ml