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Apothic Red

Apothic · California · United States

90 pts · The Tasting Panel89 pts · Wine Enthusiast
$10.99$14.99 save $4.00 (27%)
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Why it’s a great value

Apothic Red is $10.99 today against a recorded compare-at price of $14.99 — a saving of $4.00 (27%). It carries a verified 90-point score from The Tasting Panel at a price under $25. The next step up in the same style, Apothic Brew Red Blend, is $13.99.

Taste profile

SweetnessDry → Sweet
BodyLight → Full
Acidity*Soft → Bright
Tannin*Silky → Grippy
Oak*None → Bold
Fruit*Subtle → Intense

* WineDiscounts editorial estimate based on verified tasting notes.

What it tastes like

A plush, dark-fruited California red with blackberry, cherry, mocha, vanilla and soft spice.

You’ll like this if…

Choose this if you like smooth, fruit-forward reds such as Menage a Trois Red Blend, 19 Crimes Red Blend, or soft California Zinfandel blends.

Why buy it

It is a reliable crowd-pleaser for shoppers who want a rich red without firm tannins or a dry, austere finish.

Best for

Pasta, pizza, burgers, aged cheese, chocolate desserts and casual gatherings.

Style

Modern California red blend: ripe, rounded, lightly sweet-fruited in impression, with mocha-vanilla oak tones.

Drinks like

California red blend, jammy Zinfandel blend, soft Merlot-Syrah blend.

Experience level

Beginner-friendly and familiar for fans of smooth California reds.

Flavor notes

Fruitdark berriesblackberrycherryblueberryblack plum
Earthdried herbs
Oakvanillamochacedartoasty vanilla
Spiceclovesoft spicedried fennel
Otherbittersweet chocolate

Pairs well with

lasagna or tomato-based pasta dishes · aged cheeses · tri-tip sandwiches · pizza with caramelized onions and goat cheese · dark chocolate tart or chocolate-dipped strawberries

Best occasions

Casual dinner at homeGathering with friendsEasy red for newer wine drinkersPizza or pasta nightRelaxed post-dinner pour

Serving & enjoying

Serving temperature:
60-65°F
Decanting:
No formal decant needed; 10-15 minutes in the glass helps the mocha and fruit open up.
Glassware:
Standard red wine glass.
Drink or cellar:
Drink now; this is made for immediate enjoyment rather than cellaring.
After opening:
Recork and refrigerate; best within 2-3 days.

Guidance partly estimated by WineDiscounts from the wine’s style.

About this wine

Apothic Red Original Blend is a smooth California red blend with dark berry fruit, mocha, vanilla and spice. It is plush and easygoing, suited to tomato-based pasta, aged cheeses, casual dinners and gatherings.

Wine details

Type
red
Varietal
Red Blend
Grapes
Zinfandel, Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon (listed on Apothic international pages; the current U.S. About Red page specifically names Zinfandel, Syrah and Merlot)
Producer
Apothic
Country
United States
Region
California
Appellation
California
Bottle size
750 Ml
ABV
13.5%

Details last verified September 16, 2026

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Winemaking details ›
Winemaker:
Ash Ricchio
Vineyard source:
California-grown red grapes; specific vineyard sources not stated.
Vessel:
Not stated.
About the winery · Apothic ›

Apothic Wines is a California wine brand based in Modesto, California. Apothic Red Original Blend was first released in 2009 after blending trials focused on jammy dark fruit, smooth mouthfeel and complementary oak tones. The wine was developed by Deb Juergenson and is now presented by winemaker Ash Ricchio. The brand focuses on plush, approachable blends and varietal wines built for everyday occasions.

Critic reviews

90/100The Tasting Panel

“Ripe blackberry, mocha, and cedar with a blue-fruited finish.”

Reviewed: Apothic 2022 Red Winemaker's Blend (2022), 2024-12 · source

89/100Wine Enthusiast

“Lush on the nose, with dried herbs, cherry, clove, and notes of toasty vanilla.”

Reviewed: Apothic 2022 Apothic Red Red (2022) — Tonya Pitts, 2025-05-01 · source
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Frequently asked questions

Is Apothic Red dry or sweet?
Apothic Red is dry — its sweetness rating is 2 on our 1 (bone dry) to 5 (sweet) scale. It is medium-to-full bodied.
What does Apothic Red taste like?
A plush, dark-fruited California red with blackberry, cherry, mocha, vanilla and soft spice.
What food pairs with Apothic Red?
It pairs well with Lasagna or tomato-based pasta dishes, Aged cheeses, Tri-tip sandwiches, Pizza with caramelized onions and goat cheese and Dark chocolate tart or chocolate-dipped strawberries.
How should I serve Apothic Red?
Serve at 60-65°F. No formal decant needed; 10-15 minutes in the glass helps the mocha and fruit open up. Glass: Standard red wine glass.
Is Apothic Red a good value?
Today it is $10.99, $4.00 (27%) below its recorded compare-at price of $14.99. It also holds a verified 90-point score from The Tasting Panel.
What is the bottle size and alcohol content of Apothic Red?
750 ml bottle, 13.5% alcohol by volume.