Today's Wine Review
2023 Clif Family Red Blends or Varietals "Tandem"
Winery: Clif Family
Vintage: 2023
Wine Name/Vineyard: "Tandem"
Wine Category: Red Blends or Varietals
Grape blend: 64% Cabernet Franc & 36% Merlot
Bottle size: 750 ml
Region: Napa Valley
State or country: CA
Price: $60
Cases produced: 510
KWG Score: 92.3 (based on 3 reviews)
Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (93)
Review date: November 13, 2026
Wine Review: This deep ruby colored Cabernet Franc based blend from Clif Family opens with a wet stone and red cherry bouquet with hints of red apple and tobacco. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied with nicely integrated medium plus acidity. The mouthfeel is balanced, really smooth, fresh, and mouthwatering. The flavor profile is a tasty red plum and oolong blend with notes of black pepper, red currant, and stone dust. I also detected hints of vanilla-cola, teaberry gum, and tobacco. The finish is dry, and its flavors, acidity, and well-managed dusty mild tannins are nicely sustained. I would pair this red blend with your favorite Bolognese recipe or with Grandma's lasagna. Enjoy - Ken
Winemaker Notes: The Clif Family Team’s new go-to red for the table: a Napa Valley red with enough character to hold your attention and enough generosity to keep pouring. The aromatics lean savory and inviting — freshly baked blueberry pie, cedar, dried flowers, and an earthy mushroom quality that gives way to a rich, chewy mid-palate with beautiful structure. A blend of 64% Cabernet Franc and 36% Merlot from our organically farmed Valle di Sotto vineyard, it is great right now and has the structure to last. Pairs well with loaded nachos or stuffed portobellos.
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