Cheap Good Wine 2005 Vintages

The ’05 Terrazas de Los Andes Malbec has a shimmering purple hue; scents of plum and violets; sweet-tart flavors of plum, citrus and grilled meat; fresh finish lush with black fruit. If you haven’t tried a Malbec, this is a great one to start with!

Winery: Terrazas de Los Andes
Vintage: 2005
Type: Malbec
Region: Mendoza, Argentina
Ratings: WINE NEWS: 90 points
Price: $10.79

Racy and fine, the scintillating ’05 Geyser Peak Sauvignon Blanc zings with excellent ripe citrus flavors; great with steamed mussels. Do you like mussels? Me neither, but the wine is seriously good.

Winery: Geyser Peak Winery
Vintage: 2005
Type: Sauvignon Blanc
Region: California, USA
Ratings: GOLD, BEST OF CLASS, 2006 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition
Price: $10.29

Brisk and lively, the ’05 Bogle Sauvignon Blanc is a pure example of the varietal; drinks well with mildly seasoned oven baked pork chops. Mmmmmm… pork chops. Maybe I should make a website about pork chops.

Winery: Bogle Vineyards
Vintage: 2005
Type: Sauvignon Blanc
Region: California, USA
Ratings: WILFRED WONG: 90 points
Price: $8.99

A steady performer, the ’05 Dry Creek Vyd Fume Blanc exhibits subtle flavors of tropical fruits and dried leaves; excellent balance on the palate; delivers nicely in the finish.

Winery: Dry Creek Vineyard
Vintage: 2005
Type: Sauvignon Blanc
Region: Sonoma County, CA, USA
Ratings: Wilfred Wong: 91 points
Price: $9.99

Soft and savory, the pretty and nicely balanced Estancia Pinot Noir is so delicious that it matchese well with both medium grilled pork chops or lightly seared salmon.

Winery: Estancia Estates
Vintage: 2002
Type: Pinot Noir
Region: Monterey, CA, USA
Price: $16.49