2011's best wines as chosen by Wine Spectator Magazine.
(Check them out now, quantities are extremely limited)
Cheap Good Wine 2007 Vintages
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Leaning towards a Sauvignon Blanc, this Chardonnay has pear and vanilla notes, with a light buttery oak finish.
Winery: Mercer Estates
Vintage: 2007
Type: White
Variety: Chardonnay
Region: Yakima Valley, Washington
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Peach and tangerine notes punctuate this slightly dry, but still soft and clean Riesling. Pairs excellently with crab dishes and pork.
Winery: Mercer Estates
Vintage: 2007
Type: White
Variety: Riesling
Region: Yakima Valley, Washington
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This crisp and bright Riesling hails from the biodynamic Wallula winery in Columbia Valley, Washington. Peach, citrus and a slight mineral tang on the palate, this wine works well with pork and dessert.
Winery: Wallula Vineyard
Vintage: 2007
Type: White
Variety: Riesling
Region: Columbia Valley, Washington
Ratings: Wine Enthusiast – 90 Points
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I have to admit always looking forward to trying wines with non traditional labels, and this Tempranillo does not disappoint, at least at this price point. Juicy berry flavors make this a very easy drinking red wine that could definitely be considered a Jesus Juice.
Vintage: 2007
Type: Red
Variety: Tempranillo
Region: La Mancha, Spain
Price: $9.99
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A pedigree wine, and considered the best U.S. Riesling, the Eroica 2007 is a joint collaboration between the Chateau Ste. Michelle and Ernst Loosen wineries. You owe it to yourself to try this complex, crisp and fruity Riesling.
Winery: Chateau Ste. Michelle, Ernst Loosen
Vintage: 2007
Type: White
Variety: Riesling
Region: Columbia Valley, Washington
Price: $19.99
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The 2007 Los Cardos Malbec is a great wine to pair with your next barbecued meal. Black fruit aromas and flavors mingle with earthy notes of herbs and spices in this smooth finishing wine.
Winery: Viña Doña Paula
Vintage: 2007
Type: Red
Variety: Malbec
Region: Mendoza, Argentina
Ratings: Wine Legends: 90 points
Price: $8.00
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