I was recently sent Concannon’s Crimson & Clover Wine to review. I remember when I first tried red wines and couldn’t stand them. They are really starting to become my favorites. My husband, on the other hand, still only likes sweet wines. Our favorite is ice wine. This year I plan to find a wine tasting to go to. I’d love to get a clue as to what I’m supposed to be tasting as I try these wines. Right now it’s just about whether or not I like the taste overall. I’d love to learn to appreciate all the flavors of the wines. Anyway, back to the Concannon Red Table Wine.
Vineyard Notes:Our Conservancy wines help protect precious California vineyard land from urban development, as all Conservancy winegrowers have placed their land into a legal trust that protects against development forever. The Conservancy wines preserve not only the land but a simpler way of life for future generations.
Winemaker Notes:
Th e 2009 Crimson & Clover, Conservancy is a velvety blend of signature Livermore varietals. Aromas of currant, clove, and vanilla lead into bright, fruit flavors of blackberry on the palate. Th e spicy finish is soft and long with hints of leather and tobacco. A tribute to the “Father of America’s First Petite Sirah,” Jim Concannon, from his son John, this wine epitomizes the innovative, steadfast spirit of Jim. Bold and lusciously fruity, the backbone of Petite Sirah gives this blend fantastic depth and structure.
Food Pairing:Black pepper-crusted Fi let Mignon with goat cheese or grilled artichoke with tarragon aioli.
We had the wine with my mother’s-in-law famous angel hair pasta recipe. I really enjoyed the wine. It was very strong and made me feel the effects after half a glass, but I liked it. My husband wasn’t a fan at all. My roommate tried a few sips and said it was ok, but he’s not a wine drinker himself. I also really liked the bottle with the raised gate on it. I think it’s very pretty. If you like red wines, I think you’ll enjoy this wine. You can purchase it for $18 a bottle from the Concannon site.
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Note: I received a bottle of Concannon Crimson & Clover of my own to review in exchange for my honest opinions. All opinions are my own.
Sounds good. I am not much of a wine person but have tried some varieties that are pretty good. This sounds great.
I know it’s wrong, but I often choose a wine based on the attractiveness of the label. After all, there are so many good ones out there, how else do I choose? That said, you definitely need to get yourself to a Coopers Hawk near you and do a tasting there. They’re so much fun, and they tell you so much about each glass you’re drinking. Go!
I very much AM a red wine person…so thought I’d share with your readers my take on the wine. (I came across this review looking for places on the east coast to buy the 2010 vintage of Concannon Crimson & Clover because I’m nearly out of the 2009 vintage I purchased while in California in December.) As background, I drink many reds at different price points: for example, Silver Oak Cabs @ $80; Joseph Phelps Cabs @ $40; Cline Zins @ $13. The truth: Concannon Crimson & Clover is one of the best red values on the planet. This $18 wine can go head to head (and win) with wines 3X its price. It is a spectacular blend that is — in one word — luscious. Fruit, jam, spice, pepper…but not as “big” as pure Petite Sirah. Much softer on the tongue and smoother going down. For those of you who love red wine the way I do, one glass of C&C and you’ll know something immediately: Concannon has a problem on its hands… Because as good as its Petite Sirah is, this 50% blend is going to make it very difficult to bypass if you’re looking at both wines side-by-side on the shelf. Hope you’re readers find this review helpful. My suggestion: a strong buy. (However, I have not yet tasted the 2010 and the ’09 is already sold out completely.)