Eight red wines for a burger
“Tre” is a blend of Sangiovese with 10% each Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon from Brancaia’s three estates in Tuscany. Easygoing, but with character and substance, the 2010 conjures up the taste of blueberries and dark cherries and something dark and earthy. From $16 to $20. (Anne Cusack / Los Angeles Times)
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From Castelnuovo Berardenga in the Chianti Classico region, the 2010 Borgo Scopeto tastes of dark cherries and spice with a touch of pepper and anise. A very pretty wine and an amazing value for a Chianti Classico. From $12 to $15. (S. Irene Virbila / Los Angeles Times)
With its vibrant fruit and lush texture, this August West Pinot Noir is an elegant expression of the Santa Lucia highlands in a stellar vintage and at a very attractive price. From $26 to $30. (Glenn Koenig / Los Angeles Times)
The 2012 Quivera Grenache from Wine Creek Ranch is silky and smooth, tasting of black cherries and dried wild herbs. Delicious and easygoing, but with some depth and character, it’s made from grapes farmed biodynamically. About $32. (Glenn Koenig / Los Angeles Times)
Ridge Vineyards 2012 Zinfandel from the 90-year-old “Benito Dusi Ranch” vineyard is lush and full-bodied, tasting of cherries and plums, cracked pepper and dried herbs. A beautiful Central Coast Zin. From $25 to $29. (Bob Chamberlin / Los Angeles Times)
