According to lore, on a dark and stormy night in 1816, Mary Shelley and a few of her friends (including Lord Byron, natch) set out on a quest to create their own ghost stories. As often happens at parties, when maybe a bit of wine has been consumed, she drew a blank. Yet several nights later, she dreamt about a ‘pale student of unhallowed arts’ kneeling beside his creation —  who was a total monster! 

And with that her classic gothic novel Frankenstein was unearthed. 

For this Halloween, I’d like to suggest a disturbingly dark, yet flavorful, 19 Crimes Frankenstein Cabernet Sauvignon. The fun talking label (scan the QR code to make Frankie come alive) is your invitation to come up to the lab and see what’s on the slab.

Click the video below for some more spooky fun!

As towering in flavor as Frankie is in height, this is a wickedly robust red. Flavors of dark cherry, black currant, and rich chocolate will electrify your taste buds, pulling them out of the doldrums, across the moors and into the light.

Its tannins and medium-high acidity help cleanse the palate, balancing rich or fatty foods. It’s a bold and hearty creature and can deftly handle peppery sauces, marinades, and spices such as turmeric, caraway, and coriander.

Pairs well with: rich grilled meats — beef, lamb, venison, and cheeses such as aged Cheddar, smoked Gouda, Muenster.

Price point: $18.00

So put down your torches and pitchforks and take some time to enjoy this wine for your monster chiller horror night. And when you turn off the lights, you’ll see how the label glows in the dark. Too fun!

Have a safe and happy Hallowine! 🧡🎃

Cheers!🍷

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