McBride Sisters Black Girl Magic Red Blend The McBride Sisters Black Girl Magic Red Blend is a wine produced by the McBride Sisters Wine Company. Founded by sisters Robin and Andrea McBride, the company focuses on creating inclusive, quality wines that represent their diverse backgrounds. The Black Girl Magic Red Blend was inspired by the idea of celebrating and empowering black women. The term "Black Girl Magic" has gained popularity as a movement that highlights the strength, resilience, and achievements of black women. This red blend is a combination of different grape varietals, resulting in a rich and complex wine. It has a deep, ruby color and a bouquet of blackberries, cherries, and hints of spice.
It has a deep, ruby color and a bouquet of blackberries, cherries, and hints of spice. The palate is full-bodied with flavors of dark fruits, chocolate, and a touch of oak. The tannins are smooth, and the finish is long and lingering.
THE NATURE OF WITCHES
Weather witches confront climate change in this fantasy.
Clara Densmore is her generation’s sole Everwitch and is unwilling to embrace her powers. Unlike the male and female autumn, winter, spring, and summer witches, whose powers peak during their respective seasons, Clara thrives year-round. At the Eastern School of Solar Magic in Pennsylvania, 17-year-old Clara shuns friendships and only does short-term flings, as her love can be lethal and has already killed her parents and best friend. Losing her powers seems like the selfless solution, but nonmagical shaders have pushed the planet too far with their environmental destruction. Seasonal witches are starting to die amid accelerated natural disasters—and only Clara can save the world. A budding romance with magical mentor/visiting botany student 18-year-old Sang Park from California helps Clara bloom. Redheaded, blue-eyed Clara is cued as White, and Sang is Korean American—but race, class, and other identity-related concerns are rarely a factor in this world. Debut author Griffin unfortunately fails to breathe new life into chosen one fantasy tropes—the obligatory villain, the unavoidable romance, the overly dramatic sacrifice—but excels at lush and lovely descriptions of nature and the weather and delivers a stern, if heavy-handed, message about environmental consequences of modern living.
A slo-mo environmental disaster story. (Fantasy. 14-18)
Pub Date: June 1, 2021
ISBN: 978-1-72822-942-3
Page Count: 352
Publisher: Sourcebooks Fire
Review Posted Online: April 7, 2021
Kirkus Reviews Issue: May 1, 2021
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The McBride Sisters Black Girl Magic Red Blend pairs well with a variety of dishes, such as grilled meats, hearty stews, and rich cheeses. It can also be enjoyed on its own as a sipping wine. The McBride Sisters Wine Company takes pride in their commitment to sustainability and social responsibility. They work with vineyards and producers who follow sustainable practices and aim to minimize their environmental impact. Additionally, the company actively supports initiatives that promote diversity and equality in the wine industry. In conclusion, the McBride Sisters Black Girl Magic Red Blend is not just a wine, but a celebration of black women and their achievements. It represents the McBride Sisters' dedication to creating quality wines that are inclusive and reflective of their heritage..
Reviews for "The McBride Sisters' Red Blend: A Symphony of Black Girl Magic"
1. John - 2/5 - I was really disappointed with "McBride Sisters Black Girl Magic Red Blend". I found the wine to be too sweet for my taste, with overpowering fruity notes that drowned out any depth or complexity. The finish was also quite short and left a somewhat artificial aftertaste. Despite all the hype surrounding this wine, I just couldn't get on board with it. I prefer wines that offer more balance and subtlety, and unfortunately, this one missed the mark for me.
2. Emily - 1/5 - I have to say that I was extremely underwhelmed by the "McBride Sisters Black Girl Magic Red Blend". The wine lacked any distinct character or uniqueness. It tasted like a generic, run-of-the-mill red blend that you could find anywhere. I was expecting something special given the buzz surrounding this wine, but it fell completely flat for me. The flavors were dull, and there was no complexity to speak of. Overall, it was a forgettable experience, and I wouldn't recommend it to anyone looking for an interesting and enjoyable wine.
3. David - 2/5 - I had high hopes for the "McBride Sisters Black Girl Magic Red Blend" based on all the positive reviews and recommendations, but unfortunately, it didn't live up to the hype for me. The wine had a one-dimensional flavor profile with dominant fruitiness and little else to offer. I found it to be overly sweet and lacking in complexity. It felt like a commercial wine made to appeal to the masses rather than a unique and interesting expression. While it may work for some people, it just wasn't my cup of tea.
4. Sarah - 2/5 - I wasn't impressed with the "McBride Sisters Black Girl Magic Red Blend". The wine had a very intense fruitiness that felt artificial and overpowering. It lacked the balance and subtlety that I look for in a good red blend. Additionally, the finish was disappointingly short, leaving me wanting more depth and complexity. I had high expectations for this wine based on the branding and marketing, but it just didn't deliver for me. I would suggest trying other red blends that offer a more refined and enjoyable drinking experience.