Cocobon Roasted Oak Red Blend 750ml

Cocobon is a California red-blend brand from The Wine Group, whose other brands include Cupcake and Franzia. The bottle carries no vintage on our listing.

It's made from Merlot, Zinfandel and Petite Sirah from California vineyards; the brand doesn't publish percentages. The brand doesn't explain the roasted-oak name in detail; a reviewer reports the brand described the wine as aged on French oak rather than in barrels.

Retailers describe dark berries and cocoa with a hint of smoke and roasted-oak notes, and others mention dark cherry, vanilla and a soft, smooth finish. It's 14% alcohol.

Against Apothic Red, Cocobon leans more on cocoa and costs less; for a chocolatey red under $10, choose Cocobon.

Serve it with barbecue, chili, burgers or a square of dark chocolate. A short chill keeps it lively on a warm evening. It's an easy, inexpensive pick for a party or a casual night in, and a fun one to pour alongside a dessert board.

Find more wines under $20 and our red blends. Pick it up at our Brooklyn store or get same-day delivery across NYC.