THE RESULTS ARE IN! Wine.com 100 of 2011
The industry's first top 100 list based entirely on customer preferences.
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This friendly, dry Riesling was ranked #66 by Wine Spectator in its list of the Top 100 wines of 2009. Bright acidity with tropical and orange notes make this wine a good pairing with summer dishes.
Winery: Barnard Griffin
Vintage: 2008
Type: Red
Variety: Riesling
Region: Columbia Valley, Washington
Ratings: Wine Spectator - 90 Points
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Full of refreshing flavors of citrus and apple, this Italian Pinot Grigio is easy to drink and well-balanced, with a clean, bright finish. Perfect alongside pasta, fish, or salad dishes.
Winery: Valpantena Vineyards
Vintage: 2008
Type: White
Variety: Pinot Grigio
Region: Veneto, Italy
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Aromas of dark berries, peppery notes, and a smooth finish make this wine perfect for pairing with a great pizza or your favorite red meat.
Winery: Las Tizas vineyards
Vintage: 2008
Type: Red
Variety: Malbec
Region: Mendoza, Argentina
Price: $14.99
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This chardonnay is not oak-aged, allowing the underlying fruity, almost tropical flavors of the grape to shine through. Great with light pasta, chicken and pork.
Winery: Marmesa Winery
Vintage: 2005
Type: White
Variety: Chardonnay
Region: Edna Valley, California
Price: $9.99
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A smooth medium bodied merlot, with dark cherry notes and a dry finish.
Vintage: 2008
Type: Red
Variety: Merlot
Region: Lodi, California
Price: $13.99
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A dry, but zesty wine from the famous Marlborough region of New Zealand’s South Island. Given 90 points by Wine Enthusiast Magazine, this Sauvignon Blanc has grapefruit and pineapple notes, and a fruity citrus flavor.
Vintage: 2008
Type: White
Variety: Sauvignon Blanc
Region: Marlborough, New Zealand
Ratings: Wine Enthusiast: 90 points
Price: $16.49
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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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I love geese and I love wine, so this cab from the Sylvester Winery in central California had a lot to live up to. I’m glad to say that the smooth blackberry and plum notes, coupled with a hint of oak and cedar did not disappoint.
Winery: Sylvester Winery
Vintage: 2006
Type: Red
Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon
Region: Paso Robles, California
Price: $11.99
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