Trader Joe's Grand Reserve Meritage Lot # 63 Napa Valley

Trader Joe's

Other · Red Bordeaux Blend
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2008 Other 87/100
Red Bordeaux Blend
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Taster #4574 · May 2, 2015
80/100
Wine is definitely past its peak. Delicious primary fruit has faded away. I would open one if you are still sitting on any.
2008 vintage
Taster #8710 · Oct 20, 2014
88/100
Really nice wine for $13. I have aged it 3 years, and that makes a difference. These TJ reserves cannot be underestimated.
2008 vintage
Taster #8710 · Oct 3, 2014
89/100
Great, again, given the $13.
2008 vintage
Taster #8710 · Sep 11, 2014
89/100
Selectively, these TJ's BDX blends can be some of the best. Definitely worth $13. Put some age on them and they are great. Nice blend of cherry up front and oak in the finish.
2008 vintage
Taster #8710 · Sep 7, 2014
89/100
Great QPR. Wonderful cherry flavors with a background of oak and vanilla. Another great buy from TJ's.
2008 vintage
Taster #8710 · Aug 13, 2014
89/100
Nice wine for $13 but I think the 2008 Dry Creek regular reserve for $10 was better! Still a deal.
2008 vintage
Taster #8710 · Jun 13, 2014
89/100
Considering it is a $13 bottle, great wine. Very nice blueberry and cherry. A real keeper. Shows you what a inexpensive bottle of quality wine can do with some aging.
2008 vintage
Taster #0651 · Oct 21, 2013
84/100
Drank over two days, nice flavors, fairly bold but I think it's pushing on price. I also believe it may be reaching it's peak soon so if you have a few bottles, crack one open.
2008 vintage
Taster #6211 · Aug 28, 2011
84/100
very bright color, red berry on the nose, fair finish
2008 vintage
Taster #9797 · Apr 7, 2011
85/100
A great heritage for the money. A Liz and Dennis favorite.
2008 vintage
Taster #9413 · Mar 25, 2011
89/100
Comprising a blend of 71% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot and 3% Malbec this wine is made for TJ's by Maxwell Creek. On the nose I found blueberry, candied cranberry and white pepper aromas. The palate is medium bodied, round and smooth. It shows sweet red berry fruits and just a touch of spice. Nice long finish for a $12 wine!
2008 vintage
Taster #7163 · Jan 4, 2011
85/100
Decanted for one hour. Clear ruby red with a bare hint of purple Not very big on the nose. Smells of ripe cherries. Brighter than most cabs. Flavor is mild up front then progresses to red cherries and progresses to a maraschino flavor. Finishes with a hint of almond and medium level but sharp tannins. Medium body. Very drinkable if you like a hint of sweetness. Not bad for $13. Not huge.
2008 vintage
Taster #7627 · Dec 16, 2010
92/100
Hint of chocolate, very smooth,a lil bit sour
2008 vintage
Taster #6148 · Nov 8, 2010
88/100
Good wine. Medium-dense palate, soft with good fruit but a touch sweet. Fine tannins on the back end. Worth $13? Yeah, probably. It would be outstanding for $10 or less.
2008 vintage