Red Blends are the new black. All the big wineries are making them, and their sales have been on the upswing for several years. Although
Category: Budget Wines
Budget Wine Review: Bogle Old Vine Zinfandel 2012 California
Bogle, as usual, hits the mark with this one, with grapes sourced from old vine vineyards in the Sierra Foothills and Lodi. Good intensity but
Budget Wine: Round Hill Cabernet Sauvignon California 2011
Budget wines pose a dilemma for the wine writer. These are the wines most people drink so if we aspire to keeping people informed about
Budget Wine: Robert Mondavi Private Selection Merlot 2011
Robert Mondavi winery, now owned by Constellation Brands, makes some very fine premium wines but this is their bargain basement product and it’s no better
Budget Wine: El Gato Negro Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 Valle Central Chile
The world is awash in good wine and at relatively affordable prices; which raises the question how low can you go and still fine something
Budget Wine: Mirassou Pinot Noir 2012
The quest for a perfect Pinot is long and arduous. So is the quest for a passable Pinot under $10. Pinot Noir is notoriously difficult
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