Zonin Prosecco “Special Cuvee” Brut, Italy $13
Deliciously crisp bubbly to pour for Sunday morning brunch and big holiday gatherings. At this price, stock up.
Harveys Fino Sherry, Spain $15
Sherry is chic, though often misunderstood. Give this light, dry version a try when serving nuts, olives, or cold cuts.
2006 Pircas Negras Torrontes, Argentina $10
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Unique finds under $20.00
Posted in Cheap Wines on December 18, 2007 | Leave a Comment »
JACOB’S CREEK Shiraz South Australia Reserve 2004
Posted in Cheap Wines on November 13, 2007 | Leave a Comment »
JACOB’S CREEK Shiraz South Australia Reserve 2004 (90 points, $12
Smooth and open-textured, with cherry and savory red pepper flavors that mingle effectively on the mineral-tinged profile, lingering against refined tannins on the long, expressive finish. Drink now through 2014. 90,000 cases imported.From Australia.
Côtes du Rhône Les Abeilles 2005
Posted in Cheap Wines on October 25, 2007 | Leave a Comment »
JEAN-LUC COLOMBO
Côtes du Rhône Les Abeilles 2005 (88 points, $12)Tangy up front, with grilled herb, tobacco and red plum fruit. This lets the grilled herb edge take over on the finish, which shows nice grip. Drink now. 40,000 cases made. From France.
Cheap Weeknight Thrills
Posted in Cheap Wines on October 25, 2007 | 2 Comments »
(Reviewed by Karen Page and Andrew Dornenburg – WAPO)
2006 Columbia Winery Cellarmaster’s Riesling ($9).
Thanks to a sun-filled summer and a cool, dry autumn, the 2006 vintage features a beautiful balance of intense, ripe peach and pear fruitiness and refreshing acidity that would go as nicely with Alsatian choucroute as with spicy Ethiopian stews.
2006 Cartlidge & [...]
