January Favorites

Four more reds under $30 we sampled that are definitely worth checking out (avail @ Lucas).  Cheers!

Holiday Malbec

For some reason, I always forget that CVS on the Missouri side sells wine, beer and booze.  Love that! Are these wines the most incredible wines you can find.. No!  BUT, there's always a diamond in the rough and they are cheap + always on sale.  Ran in the other night for a few items and walked out with 3 different bottles to taste including an incredible Malbec by Layer Cake for $12.99 (on sale $8 off)  I actually remember having this wine recommended to me at a Las Vegas restaurant 5 years ago and recall  really enjoyed it.  Big, smooth, spicy, and a little chewy!  If you like Malbecs I think you will be hard pressed to find a better Malbec for the money.  In fact, I'd now buy this over Catena. And day 2 .. This wine is even tastier (which goes a long way in my book)   Definitely worth checking out.  Cheers and Merry Xmas!

Two excellent Malbecs under $20

Catena is always so solid. The 2012 tastes even better than other vintages.  $18 on sale. Crazy value!

Found this 93 pt Malbec at Costco for $16.99    Another steal if it's still avail.  

Cheers!! 

Another solid find under $25

Big, smooth Cab. Drinks like a $40+ bottle. High quality taste, fruit forward and balanced finish.  Great vintage! $24.99 @ Costco.   

New finds from Napa under $25

Markham Vineyards - Cellar 1879 blend 2012 $19.  Awesome value.  

Black Stallion Winery - Cabernet 2011 $20

Both tasty!

WINE

The quest for the holy grail... everyday bottle of red with premium taste for under $20 :

2008 Stella Maris (by Northstar)   Washington red blend.  Big wine and value.  $15-$17

2009 Catena Malbec   All time favorite under $20 red.  $19.99

2009 Renacer Enamore 92 pt. RP.   60% Malbec 30% Cab   10% CabFranc/Bonarda  fullbodied but smooth.  easy to drink!  may require online purchase    $19.99 


Cheers!