What a trio of Bulk Buy rated wines from the Sierra Foothills, all with 93-point and higher scores! Today we welcome Starfield Vineyards to our Insider Deals and boy have they brought the goods.
Hailing from their high elevation estate vineyards in El Dorado, these extremely low production beauties all spend 18 months in French oak.
They also all received 93-points from Wine Enthusiast. In addition, among other awards, the Grenache received a 94-point rating at the Foothills Wine Fest and the Flat Smith Red received 94-points from the Critic’s Challenge (see below for even more awards). We rate all three as Perfect 10's (94+ points).
This is truly the good stuff, which should be no surprise as some of our most popular deals have come from the Sierra Foothills region - Scott Harvey, Andis Wines, Twisted Oak and Frog's Tooth just to name a few.
Today we turn to the El Dorado AVA just to the north of Amador for this spectacular 3-pack deal which includes:
- 1 bottle of the 2022 Starfield Vineyards Grenache. Planted at 2,300-2,400 feet of elevation at the Starfield Estate vineyard in El Dorado, the wine was aged 18 months in French oak (16% new) and just 326 cases were produced. 100% Grenache, it normally retails for $42. In addition to the 93-points from Wine Enthusiast, the wine received a Triple Gold rating and Best of Class designation at Dan Berger's International Wine Competition as well as 94 Points and a Best Grenache designation at the Foothill Wine Fest.
- 1 bottle of the 2022 Starfield Vineyards Cinsaut. Planted at 2,250 feet of elevation at the Starfield Estate vineyard in El Dorado and aged 18 months in French oak (25% new), just 400 cases were produced. It is 95% Cinsaut, 3% Counoise and 2% Grenache and normally retails for $38. In addition to the 93-points from Wine Enthusiast, the wine received a Triple Gold rating and Best of Class designation at Dan Berger's International Wine Competition as well as Gold ratings at the Critics Challenge and San Francisco Chronicle competitions.
- 1 bottle of the 2022 Starfield Vineyards Flat Smith Red, a blend of 41% Mourvèdre, 20% Tempranillo, 14% Grenache, 8% Aglianico, 7% Cinsaut, 5% Muscat, 4% Counoise and 1% Petite Sirah. From vines planted at 2,200-2,400 feet of elevation at the Starfield Estate vineyard in El Dorado, the wine was aged 18 months in French oak (22% new) and just 764 cases were produced. It normally retails for $36. In addition to the 93-points from Wine Enthusiast, the wine received a Platinum designation and 94-points from the Critic’s Challenge where it was also named the Best Red Blend.
This is an incredible opportunity you don't want miss! The normal price on these three wines is $116 but you won't pay anywhere near that through today's deal…
For the next day you can get the Starfield Vineyards 3-pack (one bottle of each wine) for just $56.95 ($18.99/bottle). That's a discount of 51% getting you these wines for over HALF OFF!
This 3-pack deal is available to ship to the following states: AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV and WY. (These states are dependent on the individual licenses of the offering winery and are not representative of all our deals. Every deal can have different, sometimes more, sometimes less, states available.)
Shipping is a flat $6.99 per order, no matter how many 3-packs you buy. Packages ship in cardboard (no styrofoam) via UPS Ground 5-10 days after the deal ends. If this is your first time ordering please check out the shipping section of our FAQ for more information. You can now also select a UPS Store to ship to at checkout (with no extra fees) so you don't have to be home to sign!
Read on for our full reviews. Unless it sells out sooner, this limited time, winery direct offer ends in just...
Clicking on the Add To Cart buttons above will take you to our checkout at shop.reversewinesnob.com. Once there you can adjust the quantity of 3-packs in your order. Ends Friday 2/28/2025 at noon (PT).
Up first, let's take a look at the 2022 Starfield Vineyards Grenache. You will receive one bottle in today's 3-pack.
From the winery:
Tasting Notes: The 2022 vintage of Grenache is fresh, floral, & contains a surprising depth of red and black fruits. It opens with a powerful bouquet, rich with rose petal, mountain lilac, & fresh tobacco leaf, accented by spicy notes of nutmeg & white pepper. The palate is just as lush as the nose, but with moderate weight and great energy. A broad entry of classic notes of dried strawberry, freshly picked blueberry, & ripe mulberry, underscored by earthy notes of ground clove, tarragon, & toasted oak. Taut, dusty tannins weave in and out of the concentrated fruit flavors, leading to a long, lingering finish. This is a perfect dinner wine & is drinking quite well now but will continue to age & evolve until 2030.
Grape Variety: 100% Grenache
Appellation: El Dorado AVA
Vineyard: Starfield Estate
Vines: Planted 2013-2015
Elevation & Site: 2,300-2,400 feet. Grenache is planted near the top of the hill where it basks in the afternoon sun.
pH: 3.60
Acidity g/L: 6.02
Cellaring: 18 months in 16% new French oak and 84% neutral French oak
Bottling Date: May 2024
Production: 326 casesFood Pairings: Chicken Biryani, Duck Confit, Beef Tenderloin with Gorgonzola, Grilled Spiced Halloumi and Watermelon Skewers, Shepherds Pie, Lamb with Tzatziki Sauce, Farro with Roasted Wild Mushrooms
14.9% Alcohol
Cork
And now on to our review:
The 2022 Starfield Vineyards Grenache opens with aromas of strawberry and raspberry plus some beautiful spice and white pepper notes. It's a fantastic start!
Taking a sip reveals the wine to be balanced and smooth with a nice streak of spice and similar flavors to the nose. Savory too, it is especially good after some time in the glass. This is a great example of Grenache and excellent with food.
It ends dry, very long, juicy and savory on the finish was maybe even a bit better on day 2 and even day 3.
2022 STARFIELD VINEYARDS GRENACHE
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Next, let's take a look at the 2022 Starfield Vineyards Cinsaut. You will receive one bottle in today's 3-pack.
From the winery:
Tasting Notes: The 2022 Cinsaut is enticingly bright, juicy, & fruit forward, with a soft thread of acidity running throughout, making it the perfect sipper for a hot day. Aromas of jasmine, pomegranate, & ripe raspberry burst from the glass, while more subtle notes of Madagascan vanilla, dried bay leaf, & nutmeg add depth & draw you in. The palate is loaded with notes of fresh blood orange & dried strawberry, leading to a long finish doused with lemon thyme & a swathe of super soft, velvety tannins that keep you coming back for more. This delicate red is soft, elegant, & effortlessly delicious. Drink now through 2028.
Grape Variety: 95% Cinsaut, 3% Counoise, 2% Grenache
Appellation: El Dorado AVA
Vineyard: Starfield Estate
Vines: Planted 2013
Elevation & Site: 2,250 ft. Warm, south-facing slope just above Turtle Pond. North-south rows. Rocky, shallow soils featuring abundant quartz pebbles.
pH: 3.68
Acidity g/L: 6.35
Cellaring: 18 months in 25% new French oak, 75% neutral French oak
Bottling Date: May 2024
Production: 400 casesFood Pairings: Spaghetti and Meatballs, Braised Rabbit and Roasted Vegetables, Lentils with Chicken Sausage, Lasagna
15.2% Alcohol
Cork
And now on to our review:
There are lots of layers to sniff through on the 2022 Starfield Vineyards Cinsaut. It begins with quite a beautiful aroma of fruit, flowers and potpourri and continues with excellent touches of dried herbs. It's a great start.
Tasting the wine reveals it to be smooth and wonderfully balanced with an excellent spicy streak throughout. Very harmonious, it features similar flavors to the nose with lots of juicy fruit in the mouth.
Touches of cola, licorice and blood orange lead into the dry, long, juicy and a bit grippy finish. This is excellent and it was even a bit better on day 2.
2022 STARFIELD VINEYARDS CINSAUT
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Finally, let's take a look at the 2022 Starfield Vineyards Flat Smith Red Blend. You will receive one bottle in today's 3-pack.
From the winery:
Discover one of the finest wines the Sierra Highlands has to offer! This wine is a carefully selected blend of eight varieties from one of El Dorado’s premier high elevation vineyards, the Starfield Estate Vineyard – Apple Hill Grower No. 57. Nestled on steep hillsides at 2,400’ overlooking the Smith Flat Valley, this wine flaunts its strawberry and cherry red fruit aromas and invites you in with notes of cinnamon and Sierra Spice!
GRAPE VARIETY: 41% Mourvèdre, 20% Tempranillo, 14% Grenache, 8% Aglianico, 7% Cinsaut, 5% Muscat, 4% Counoise, 1% Petite Sirah
APPELLATION: El Dorado AVA
VINEYARD: Starfield Estate
VINES: Planted 2013 - 2014ELEVATION & SITE: 2,200-2,400 feet. Mourvèdre, Grenache, Counoise, Aglianico, and Petite Sirah are planted near the top of the hill, where they bask in the afternoon sun. Cinsaut and Tempranillo are planted in a cool part of the vineyard, at the bottom of the hill, with north and east row orientations. Muscat of Alexandria is planted on the coolest East facing slope and gets morning sun.
PH: 3.62
ACIDITY G/L: 6.35
CELLARING: 18 months barrel aged in 22% new French oak, 78% neutral French oak.
BOTTLING DATE: May 2024
PRODUCTION: 764 cases15% Alcohol
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And now on to our review:
The 2022 Starfield Vineyards Flat Smith Red Blend opens with an attractive aroma of strawberry, cherry, cinnamon and little blood orange plus hints of mint, vanilla, licorice, and more. There's a lot going on here and it's a great, savory start.
Taking a sip reveals the wine to be smooth and easy to drink with juicy fruit and well-integrated spice throughout. Featuring similar flavors to the nose it also has very good structure and balance and it gets even better with air. This is just an absolute pleasure to drink.
It ends dry, quite long, grippy, juicy and very satisfying - just be aware that it takes quite awhile to really open up. It's a solid 9 at first pop and pour, then a high 9 by end of night, and even better on day 2 pushing it to a 10.
Cheers,
Jon
2022 STARFIELD VINEYARDS FLAT SMITH RED BLEND
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