The Cab/Shiraz is definitely novice friendly. Nothing out of the ordinary in making it. The WE World Vineyards Trinity Red seems to be a good one and is relatively inexpensive. I could have bottled it last weekent but elected to just rack it off the finings and let it age a little. Naturally I needed to sample it, and it will be very nice. That series is the replacement for the Vintner's Reserve series to give the lower end kits more body. Give that one a try.
Description
An ideal blending of three of California 's most popular grape varieties - Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot, com ing together to make a perfectly balanced, well- structured dry red wine. Notes of black cherry and coffee complement the smokey, herbal flavours, and hints of vanilla that round out this medium bodied wine , making it highly enjoyable for any occasion. Serve with a roast dinner or barbecued steak.