Venge Scout's Honor Red Blend
Named for the winemaker's beloved rescue Lab, a hedonistic California red that lives up to the legend.
Scout's Honor Red Blend is made by Kurt Venge, one of Napa Valley's most acclaimed winemakers, and named for his beloved rescue Labrador Retriever, Scout. The wine is a multi-appellation California blend drawing from Napa Valley, Sonoma, and beyond, a philosophy of blending for pleasure rather than appellation prestige that gives Venge enormous creative latitude.
The wine is, as Robert Parker famously described it, 'a hedonistic fruit bomb', and he was right, though that phrase sells the structure short. There is real backbone here beneath the richness: layers of dark cherry, cassis, blackberry jam, and a beautiful thread of tobacco and cedar from careful oak aging. The tannins are polished, the finish is long, and the whole package is deeply satisfying from the moment the cork is pulled.
Scout's Honor is consistently recognized among the finest California red blends at any price.
Pairs well with: Dry-aged Steak, BBQ Brisket, Short Rib, Aged Cheddar, Chocolate Desserts
Some wines are made with a story behind them. Scout's Honor is made with heart. It shows in the glass.
Product Details
Varietal: Multi-varietal California Red Blend
Bottle Size: 750ml
Producer: Kurt Venge / Venge Vineyards
Country: United States
Region / AVA: California (multi-appellation: Napa Valley, Sonoma, and additional sources)
Winemaker: Kurt Venge
Aging: French and American oak
Meet The Maker
Kurt Venge is one of Napa Valley's most respected and decorated winemakers, carrying on a family legacy that spans generations of California wine history. His JAX and Scout's Honor labels represent his commitment to honest, pleasure-driven California wine at a range of price points, each made with the same meticulous attention to source fruit and cellar craft that has earned him a place among California's elite winemakers. Scout's Honor is his most personal bottling, named for the dog who kept him company through some of his best vineyards.
Quick Facts
Named for winemaker's beloved rescue Lab, Scout. Robert Parker called it 'a hedonistic fruit bomb.' He was right.
- Best For: A serious dinner, a wine lover's birthday, or the person who wants California red at its most indulgent
- Style: Full-bodied California Red Blend
- Tasting Notes: Dark cherry, cassis, blackberry jam, tobacco, and cedar with polished tannins and a long finish
- Pairs Well With: Dry-aged Steak, BBQ Brisket, Short Rib, Aged Cheddar, Chocolate Desserts
- Body: Full, rich, and deeply satisfying
- Rating: 93 Points, Robert Parker
- Fermentation: Oak aged
- Region: California (multi-appellation)
- Grape: Multi-varietal red blend
- Alcohol: ~14.5%
- Serve Temperature: 65°F, decant 20 minutes
Made for the good nights. Name it after a dog and the rest takes care of itself.
Shipping Restrictions
WINE SHIPS ONLY TO THE FOLLOWING STATES: California, Connecticut, Florida, Louisiana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, Virginia, Washington D.C., West Virginia, and Wyoming.
A 21+ signature is required upon delivery.
Orders of 4 bottles or more: Please expect to confirm availability of an adult on premises to sign for your order. We will not ship without email or phone confirmation.
