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Archive for January, 2007


January 2007 - Good Cheap Wine Online Deal Alert:

Brancott Sauvignon Blanc 2005

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Rated 85th in Wine Enthusiast’s Best Values of 2006, this New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc displays aromas of sweet melon, nectarine, light herbs and hints of bell pepper. At this price, you cannot afford not to have at least one bottle of this well-balanced wine in your cellar.

Company: Brancott Vineyards
Vintage: 2005
Type: Sauvignon Blanc
Region: Marlborough, New Zealand
Ratings: WINE ENTHUSIAST: 88 points
Price: $10.99

January 2007 - Good Cheap Wine Online Deal Alert:

Concha y Toro Merlot Casa Concha

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Deep flavors of dark cherry and red plums bring this velvety Chilean Merlot to life. And with a lasting peppery finish that pairs well with many meats and fine cheese, you won’t want to miss out on this Wine Enthusiast Editor’s Choice!

Company: Vina Concha y Toro
Vintage: 2004
Type: Merlot
Region: Puemo, Chile
Ratings: WINE ENTHUSIAST: 90 points
Price: $18.29

January 2007 - Good Cheap Wine Online Deal Alert:

Bonterra Chardonnay 2005

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If you’re the type of person who heads straight to the organics section in the grocery store, you should consider the ‘05 Bonterra Chardonnay; one of the world’s top organically grown and farmed white wines. A full, rich Chardonnay with aromas of apricots, peaches and green apples. Rich buttery texture with great length.

Company: Bonterra Vineyards
Vintage: 2005
Type: Chardonnay
Region: North Coast, California
Ratings: BRONZE MEDAL, 2006 CALIFORNIA STATE FAIR WINE COMP
Price: $12.99

January 2007 - Good Cheap Wine Online Deal Alert:

Gnarly Head 2005 Old Vine Zinfandel

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With grapes harvested from small clusters on vines as old as 80 years, the Gnarly Head Old Vine Zinfandel boasts rich flavors of raspberry and plum, supported by a spicy mix of oaks. Pairs well with many foods including pizza, pasta, steak and grilled chicken.

Company: Gnarly Head Cellars
Vintage: 2005
Type: Zinfandel
Region: Lodi, California
Ratings: CLUB BEV: 93 points, SILVER MEDAL, 2006 CALIFORNIA STATE FAIR WINE COMP
Price: $10.99