Spoken Barrel Red Blends
Two bold Washington reds, poured plain and priced fair in Commack.
The story behind Spoken Barrel
Spoken Barrel is a Washington State label, and Washington red blends tend to run riper and rounder than their Old World cousins. The Cabernet Sauvignon here is varietal, so expect dark cherry and cassis with a soft tannin frame, while the Meritage is a Bordeaux style blend of the classic red grapes, which usually means a touch more spice and structure.
We keep these in the red blends section in Commack, one or two bottles at a time. Ask at the counter and we will point you to them.
Explore the Spoken Barrel range
Two Spoken Barrel reds on our shelf, both Washington grown and both at the same easy price.
| Expression | Type | Proof / ABV | Tasting notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spoken Barrel Cabernet Sauvignon 750mL | Cabernet Sauvignon | 750mL | Dark cherry and cassis, soft tannins, everyday steak red |
| Spoken Barrel Meritage 750mL | Red Blend | 750mL | Bordeaux style blend, plum and spice, a bit more grip |
Which Spoken Barrel is right for you?
Both bottles come in at $15.99, which is honest money for Washington red. The Cabernet is the softer, fruit forward pour, and the Meritage brings a little more spice and backbone for the same $15.99. At that price, buy one of each and settle the argument at your own table.
Soft tannins and dark fruit stand up to burgers and grilled steak without fuss.
Wants the Bordeaux style mix, more spice and grip for the same money.
Spoken Barrel cocktails and pairings
These are food reds, so keep the plate simple and the glass generous.