Constellation Brands has introduced Red Guitar, a blend of 55% Tempranillo and 45% Garnacha from Navarra Spain, and it is off to a good start in Nashville. Tempranillo and Garnacha (grenache) may not be as well known as Cab and Merlot, but Spanish reds are gaining in popularity.
In order to communicate that this is one of those hot new wines from Spain, C Brands plays on the fact that the guitar originated in Spain, employing a "Miro inspired" image on the label.
Interest in Spanish reds has been building due to the efforts of modern importers Jorge Ordoñez and Eric Solomon. For years they have individually specialized in bringing new fruit-forward high-alcohol Spanish reds to our market.
Tasting Notes: Color: Deep purple ruby translucent. Aromas: Sour cherry and grape, a bit candy-like, with dried fruit notes and hints of spicy vanilla. The mouthfeel is medium-bodied and rustic with gravelly tannins. The fruit flavors are well extracted and jammy and the finish is warm and dry.
Excellent value ($8). Closure: Real cork. Alcohol content: 14%.
Food pairing: Chili (no beans) and Fritos.
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We just tasted Red Guitar Navarra and liked it a lot. For the price, it's a novel and tasty blend.
Posted by: Box Wine Guy | November 06, 2006 at 07:52 PM
I think that red wine or white, its all depends on personal choice and wine quality. For me quality is more important. Most of the time I choose to drink red wine and either one is good for health also. I am not that keen on ice wine but I don’t mind. Also, check this page that is all about the wine red topic http://www.wine-expert-101.com/Wine-Red.php
Posted by: Michael M | May 10, 2007 at 11:22 AM
I agree with the Box Wine Guy. The Red Guitar Navarra is a great wine at any price.
Posted by: Ray | June 06, 2007 at 10:44 AM
I received red guitar wine as a gift and I totally love it. I am a guitar player and I also enjoy the story and image that goes along with this wine. I have one question: Where can I get more? Please advise where is is distributed so I can buy more!
Posted by: James Sutton | July 27, 2007 at 12:12 AM
I recently tried this wine at a wine tasting Bridal Shower...Loved it! I'm usually not a fan of red wines but this one won me over! I'll definately buy it and have it again. I'm telling my friends all about it too.
Posted by: Kelly A | August 19, 2007 at 08:59 PM
My girlfriend and I are just trying it and I have it is very smooth with a slight bite of spice very nice.
Posted by: Judy | September 12, 2007 at 07:25 PM
I received this wine as a house warming gift and I think it's absolutely fabulous! I normally am not a red wine drinker but this is so smooth; very good. Will definitely buy it again.
Posted by: Heather | November 15, 2007 at 11:46 PM
My wife picked this wine up simply because of the name. I play the guitar so she thought it was "cute". Well......damn good!!!. Red Guitar is a very good wine.
Posted by: Beer drinker | December 22, 2007 at 09:39 PM
Well, my wife and I love this wine. Red guitar red wine is great with cheese and bread. Excellent!
Posted by: Francisco Pereda | January 04, 2008 at 04:14 PM
I normally have a cold beer- not much of a wine person...until I bought a bottle of Red Guitar. Now after a long day at the office, relaxing at home, a glass of Red Guitar has become my first choice. Love it! I've only found it at one store though. Hopefully it will be available at other places soon.
Posted by: Kim | January 13, 2008 at 10:29 AM
2005 Red Guitar
Was it supposed to be fizzy? It was like a sparkling red, but nothing I read about it said that was intentional.
Thanks,
Bette
Posted by: Bette | January 14, 2008 at 07:18 PM
I love this wine, too--but a couple of times I've bought it, it has been fizzy, and the taste is much different. A little scary.
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Posted by: mojo | February 01, 2008 at 06:10 PM
i just tried this for the first time at a friend's house, and cannot wait to order for myself! how smooth and full this wine is- i would never have guessed 145 alcohol- it is really well made. i actually found this blog googling the wine!
Posted by: aphioni | February 10, 2008 at 06:29 PM
It's Kim again...Still lovin'the red guitar...but I've broken three wine bottle openers(on seperate occasions) trying to get the cork out...one cheap back up opener & two more expensive ones. The wine is great- and the corks are very, very protective- maybe over-protective?
Posted by: Kim | February 15, 2008 at 10:36 PM
Kim, I had the same problem. That cork was really IN THERE, hard to get out. Loved the wine though!
Posted by: Di | April 09, 2008 at 06:15 PM
My cute,young nieces from Atlanta were down here at the beach and introduced me to Rose. They said that's what the French drink on the beach in the summer, so I said, "Let's drink some!" I discovered Red Guitar and just love it. It gets really hot on the GA coast in the summer, and this is the perfect sipping wine for beach or pool.
Posted by: SE GA LADY | June 09, 2008 at 04:47 PM
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Posted by: çiçekçi | November 25, 2008 at 07:47 AM
Since my husband is a jazz guitarist, I was interested in this red when I saw it on the shelf. What a wonderful surprise when I sipped my first glass. I'll order more, for sure!
Posted by: Ginny | January 13, 2009 at 08:04 PM
thanks
Posted by: nikah şekeri | April 10, 2009 at 02:46 PM
As I am typing this, I am drinking the delicious Red Guitar- Navarra wine from my home. Accompanied with Ritz crackers topped with smoked salmon, it is the perfect way to unwind. It is $11 at Target, definetely worth it, and an upgrade from Menage a Trois.
Posted by: Oscar | June 07, 2009 at 07:46 PM