$15 wines that tast like $50

The 2021 Buena Pinta was produced with a blend of 85% Moravia Agria with 15% Garnacha, fermented in 4,500-liter oak vats with full clusters and indigenous yeasts and matured in 5,000-liter oak foudres for nine months. It's... Read More

This deep ruby-colored wine proffers a bouquet of cassis, cherry, marjoram and sage. Plush tannins are wrapped around purple fig, black plum and mocha flavors with a touch of toffee that endures on the taste buds.

An alluring splendour of smoky oak and lip-smacking blackberry pie which nicely entangles with the swaddling tannins, polished acidity and impeccably smooth texture. Long and delicious.

A juicy and expressive red with plenty of berries and spiced cherries with some flowers. Soft tannins on the medium-bodied palate with a bright streak of acidity followed by a fruit-expressive finish. Vegan. Sustainable.... Read More

Fresh and engaging nose with green apples, chalk and sour cream. Transparent and fresh on the light- to medium-bodied palate. Plenty of stone fruit with a chalky, fresh finish. Very drinkable now. Vegan. Sustainable.

I love the way this marries a rather sleek and elegant body (just 12% alcohol) with extravagant stone fruit, mango and orange blossom aromas. Behind that is a stack of chalky minerality and some fine tannins that deftly support... Read More

Aromas of plums, mulberries, dried flowers, stones and violets. Medium-bodied with fine tannins. Textured and creamy. Balanced and subtle. Flavorful finish with excellent length.

(80% tempranillo, 10% cabernet sauvignon and 10% merlot): Vivid ruby. A smoke- and spice-accented bouquet evokes candied cherry, cassis, violet and vanilla. Sweet and penetrating, offering lively cherry and dark berry flavors... Read More

Zingy lime juice with fresh green apples, oyster shells and chalk on the nose followed by a very tangy, bright palate cut through by razor-sharp acidity and a mouthwatering acidity. Limey and chalky, but not overly austere. Drink... Read More

Inviting aromas of white pepper, paprika, sliced plums and crushed blackberries. Medium-bodied with the crunchy, peppery character from the nose continuing on the palate. Pleasantly fine, chewy tannins run the length of the wine.... Read More

This rich, juicy wine full of black fruits and ripe tannins is set for long-term aging. The wine's density and acidity enhance its potential.

Notes of cherries, wild strawberries, pomegranate peel and light spices. Fresh and crunchy with medium body and soft tannins. It has a smooth silky texture and a delicious fruit profile, with notes of blue flowers. Flavorful finish.... Read More

Tasted August 2024

Now at its prime, please allow 2 hours decant (or just open) before serving for full aromatic explosion

A steal at $15

Always a terrific value, the 2023 Cotes Du Rhone Les Becs Fins Blanc has lots of honeyed peach, apricot, and floral notes in a medium-bodied, round, fleshy, nicely textured style. It's a delicious, food-friendly, well-made... Read More

This wine offers a complex nose combining white fruits (peach, quince) and citrus fruit aromas as well as a subtle floral touch. It has a rich mouthfeel and reveals an intense fruitiness, finishing with some mineral touches.... Read More

A red with crushed-stone, blackberry and cherry aromas and flavors. Medium to full body. Dark earth and sliced berries at the end. Drink now.

Deep black and blue fruit aromas are complemented by hints of licorice, mocha and building spice and smoke notes. Fleshy and broad but lively as well, offering appealingly sweet, spice-laced cherry-vanilla and boysenberry flavors... Read More

Equivalent of 4 Bottles ($12.25)

60% Grenache, 30% Carignan and 10% Syrah from Cotes du Rhone, France and made from organically grown grapes.

A fruity, flavorful red with notes of berries and vanilla. Medium body. Soft tannins and a tasty finish. Drink now.

A fruit-driven people pleaser. Hints of peach blossoms and fresh citrus make it a natural to pair with a fruit plate. Or sip on the porch after dinner.

"Powerful and razor sharp, the heavy lime juice is complemented by candied lemon notes that are prominent. Slight spice and white pepper notes supplement the vibrant savory citrus acidity.

The 2020 Sylvaner Midelberg is from young vines in the Grand Cru Zotzenberg and other vineyards in Mittelbergheim. The wine shows a clear, ripe and elegant, finely saline bouquet of intense white and yellow-fleshed fruits. Round... Read More

Lots of spice, smoked-meat and ripe-berry aromas and flavors to this. Full to medium body. Round and chewy tannins and a flavorful finish. Drink now.

This shows aromas of ripe, fleshy plums, baking spices, dried citrus peel and wet stones. Medium-to full-bodied with delicious blue fruit, glossy tannins and a creamy texture. Ripe and mellow, yet with fresh and crunchy character.... Read More

Boxed Wines That Are Really Good, Seriously

Schplïnk is an excellent example of the sort of unpretentious wines that benefit from this packaging. It’s pure and delightful, with the herbal, grassy qualities that can... Read More

"Always one of my favorite inexpensive dry whites
- A total delight to drink (…), a wine to buy by the case"

-Robert Parker

The NV Old Vine Red Lot 74 is primarily Zinfandel, with some Syrah, Petite Sirah, Carignan, Grenache and Barbera. Spicy and easy to drink, it has aromas of red and black cherries, mint, bitter chocolate and allspice with earthy... Read More

Crisp apples, delicate blossoms, orchard fruits, and zesty lemon notes combine to create a fresh and fruity aroma in this charming white blend. The palate is simple and easy-drinking, making it an appealing choice for casual occasions... Read More