Celebrating the Holidays with CK Mondavi
Disclaimer: I was provided the wine for review, but all opinions are my own.
With my 21st birthday back in November, I’ll admit, I’ve been pretty chicken on trying new wines. I mean, who wants to buy a whole bottle only to not like it? This girl, so I’ve stuck with what I’ve been drinking. Until the holidays came around and I had the opportunity to try CK Mondavi wines.
When the bottles of wine arrived at my house, even my dad was impressed by the wines. I was happy because I like my wine dark and red (I think it has to be because I’m Catholic and that’s what I grew up stealing sips of). Two red wines? Score!
In my box, I had a bottle of CK Modavi Merlot, Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon. All were wonderful, but I have to say, by far, my favorite was the Cabernet Sauvignon. It was dry, and dark, but it still was a little bit sweet.
The nice thing about the wine was we were able to enjoy it over multiple nights over the holidays. My whole life, I’ve had memories of family members gathering around giant tables (there’s 27 people on the maternal side of the family) with wine. So, this was a great way to recreate a giant tradition in the comfort of home with my parents. Even better, CK Mondavi is a family-owned business, so it felt right to share it with the family. And the company and family are based in the United States (in fact, Mondavi wines were the first wines to win the 100% Made in the USA Certified), which I love, because it’s such a testament to the American Spirit – hard work will get you great places.
Though, I have to admit, my favorite part? The price. That seems so silly, but at $6.99 for a bottle each, that is so easy on the college budget! When it comes to bringing wine to parties, holiday functions or get-togethers now, I have to say, CK Mondavi will be my go-to wine. It’s just a perfect fit for me.
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How do you and your family celebrate the holidays?
I’ve never particularly been a fan of wine – I tend to drink rose if any but did find a sweet white wine that wasn’t so bad. We have Port at Communion which is like paint stripper lol. When out with friends I drink Magners or Bulmers (fruit cider/perry) or Jack Daniels either straight or with Diet Cola. Since September last year I’ve not been drinking at all and for now I won’t be drinking other than the tiny sips at Communion.
Good recommendations – for when I turn 21! I’ve had wine with my parents at holidays, but never more than a glass. I never found myself to be a fan of white wine, but I do like rose and red wines. That’s such a great price, and I’ll definitely keep this brand in mind for when I turn 21!
My favorite wine right now is a roscato from Olive Garden that I found at a local store. SO good!
Life is always easier when things get delivered!
I don’t drink a ton of wine, but I prefer red!
Mondavi is a great wine, with a great price too!
I need to get my hands on that Merlot. Can I buy that in stores? I need to find it. I am in Texas!
Chiara
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I hope so! I’m in Texas too, so they better have it here!
I am in Addison. Where are you at? I graduated from UNT – Journalism and PR and now do PR for the airport. We should have a dallas blogger meet up one day!!
Oh yummmmmmm, I now want a glass of wine!
We tried these over the holidays too. Love the Chardonnay!
MMMMM Wine FTW! Love me a nice white wine!
I’m not a wine drinker, but I’m sure these were fantastic!!
I love wine and cant wait to try this
I wish I was more of a wine drinker! I only like the sweet dessert wines.
I have heard great things about this wine. There was actually a skincare line created by the daughter of this family that uses some of the processes with grapes to create it. Kinda cool. Nice review!