Barefoot Sweet Red (75cl, 10.5%)

Barefoot Sweet Red is a California red blend wine made from Zinfandel, Pinot Noir, Barbera, Grenache and Petite Sirah, bottled at 10.5% ABV. Barefoot Wine Company, based in Modesto, California, has been owned by E&J Gallo since 2005. The blend was created after a consumer asked for a sweet red wine, and the grapes are fermented at cooler temperatures to preserve freshness and a soft, approachable texture. The nose shows ripe raspberry and strawberry, followed by darker plum and a light suggestion of pomegranate. The palate opens with bright raspberry sweetness, broadening into jammy plum and cherry, with a subtle vanilla undertone and a delicate syrupy quality. The finish is medium to long, with lingering berry sweetness and soft tannins.