a Red Wine Sangria gains depth from the plum and cinnamon character

then shifts into intense licorice and fennel-driven sweetness at mid-palate

and the González family's willingness to blend in añejo stock when needed shows a commitment to flavor over formula

fresh plum

The result is a richer butterscotch-and-vanilla profile from Macallan versus a slightly nuttier

Ficklin 10 Year Tawny Port fortified-wines a Red Wine Sangria gainsFicklin 10 Year Tawny Port is a 20% ABV California tawny port aged at least ten years in a solera system dating back to 1948 (750ml). Awarded 92 points by Tastings. com, this expression draws from a 160 barrel solera containing wine from every vintage produced by America's oldest port winery. Quick Facts: ABV: 20% Origin: Madera County, California 10 Year Age Statement Winery: Ficklin Vineyards (est. 1946) Production & Heritage Ficklin Vineyards was