Good Cheap Wines

The 2005 Columbia Winery Gewurztraminer is wonderfully rich, mixing sweet apple, pink grapefruit and hints of pimento. A good balance of acidity; pairs well with spicy asian cuisine.

Company: Columbia Winery
Vintage: 2005
Type: Gewurztraminer
Region: Washington State, USA
Ratings: WINE ENTHUSIAST: 90 points
Price: $9.99

The beautiful ruby colored 2003 Chateau Souverain Cabernet has aromatics of concentrated blackberry, plum and huckleberry, with a long toasty oak finish.

Company: Chateau Souverain
Vintage: 2003
Type: Cabernet Sauvignon
Region: Alexander Valley, California
Ratings: WINE SPECTATOR: 91 points
Price: $21.99

A fantastic effort, the ‘05 Kenwood Sauvignon Blanc offers fresh citrus flavors with a hint of melon; a lively body and lingering finish. This is the perfect wine to accompany spicy Asian cuisine.

Company: Kenwood Vineyards
Vintage: 2005
Type: Sauvignon Blanc
Region: Sonoma County, California
Ratings: CLUB BEV: 94 points, Gold Winner 2006 Orange County Fair Wine Competition
Price: $13.79

Don’t let the screwtop scare you, this Pillar Box red has gotten some amzing reviews. 53% Shiraz, 37% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot. But drink it now, it’s not for the cellar.

Company: Pillar Box
Vintage: 2005
Type: Syrah/Shiraz
Region: Padthaway, Australia
Ratings: CLUB BEV: 92 points, WINE ADVOCATE: 91 points
Price: $9.99

Classic Sauvignon characters, with tropical passion fruit, gooseberry and grapefruit flavors. A wine to drink now, or to keep up to five years with proper cellaring. This wine was ranked #40 on Wine Spectator’s Top 100 Wines of 2006. At this price, it’s a no-brainer!

Company: Kim Crawford Wines, Ltd.
Vintage: 2006
Type: Sauvignon Blanc
Region: Marlborough, New Zealand
Ratings: WINE SPECTATOR: 92 PTS
Price: $16.99