The Wine Pig

Domaine de Fontsainte Corbieres - Picks UNDER $15!

Andrew — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 15:30:26 +0000

Today is a two-fer when it comes to awesome value!

Domaine de Fontsainte makes a Corbieres Rouge, a blend consisting of Carignan, Grenache and Syrah, that delivers huge value in a Rhone style. Dark and earthy, with just enough fruit, this is an awesome food wine.

But the real treat from Fontsainte is their ROSE!

Hands down my favorite pink treat, Fontsainte is a perfect example of what makes French rose the best in the world. If you haven’t worked your way around to trying dry rose, this is the perfect place to start.

Domaine de Fontsainte is just one more great Kermit Lynch selection at a great price.

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Castano Monastrell - Picks UNDER $15

Andrew — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 14:28:52 +0000

Castano Monastrell (or if you prefer the French name, Mourvedre) is a spectacular little value out of the Yecla DO in Spain. Harvested from 30-year-old vines and fermented in 100% stainless steel, this is a balanced little gem with approachable fruit and a rustic charm. The Wine Advocate called it “a wine to buy by the case”, and of course, I agree.

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Merry Christmas!

Andrew — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 16:01:54 +0000

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Hello everyone, The Wine Pig wants to wish you a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

If you find yourself in need of great wines to give as gifts or drink with a family dinner, here are some of my favorite choices, all at great prices:

Domaine du Joncier Lirac -

This Southern Rhone blend (primarily Grenache) is one of the wines most responsible for my being in the wine business. A Kermit Lynch selection, it strikes a perfect balance of bright red fruit, garrigue, and earthiness reminiscent of the best that Chateauneuf-du-Pape has to offer, at just a fraction of the price.

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Chateau Ste. Michelle “Indian Wells” Chardonnay, Merlot or Cabernet -

The folks at Ste. Michelle in Washington State continue to release vintage after vintage of delicious, high scoring wines from their “Indian Wells” properties. These are perennial favorites of mine, and I’m sure you will love them as well.

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Tolosa Chardonnay - Edna Ranch Estate -

Wow, what a great bottle of Chardonnay for the money! I’ve been recommending this wine for months as my favorite Chard under $20 and it seems the folks at Wine Enthusiast are catching up with me. 93 Points!

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These are just a handful of the hot prices we have for your holiday needs, so come on into the store and see for yourself!

Domaine Saint-Vincent Sparkling Brut - The Wine of the Week UNDER $15

Andrew — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 17:26:30 +0000

Domaine Saint-Vincent is the entry level offering from one of my favorite domestic sparkling producers, the Gruet family. Who knew that New Mexico could produce this level of quality?

One of the best values in domestic sparkling wines on the market, this wine is dry with flavors of apples, lemons, flinty earth and bread dough. Well balanced and food-friendly, this sparkling wine offers a clean and refreshing finish.

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Felsina Pepestrino - The Wine of the Week UNDER $15

Andrew — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 17:09:05 +0000

I took a bottle of this tasty treat home last night for a bit of “product familiarization” (*read: drank the whole bottle myself).

Wow, what a refreshing wine! 70% Trebbiano Toscano, 15% Chardonnay and 15% Sauvignon Blanc, Pepestrino is bright and crisp, but full and richly floral on the nose and palate. For me, in an Italian white category that is crowded with boring, watered down junk-bottles, wines like Felsina Pepestrino, and for that matter, Zenato Lugana and Maculan Pinot and Toi are original, interesting and frankly, hands down a better value than Pinot Grigios in the same price range. Give this one a try and see if you don’t agree!

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Alba Liza Tempranillo/Garnacha Blend - The Wine of the Week UNDER $15

Andrew — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 17:02:36 +0000

65% Tempranillo, 35% Garnacha from younger vines on a higher elevation vineyard in the region of Castilla. Tikalo is one of the leading wineries of the appellation and represents some of the best values from Spain! A very soft, well rounded wine with an intense expression of freshness and fruit. Try this tasty treat today!

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The Wine of the Week UNDER $15! - Borsao “Tres Picos” Garnacha

Andrew — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 14:39:04 +0000

Now here is a treat that is rich and full, silky and seductive, with sweet blackberries and strawberries rounded out by notes of leather and vanilla. Garnacha (Grenache) is one of my favorite varietals, and Bodegas Borsao makes some of the most reliable values in all of Spain. Not that you care about scores, but Tres Picos is a perennial 90+ point wine from both The Wine Advocate AND Wine Spectator.

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Kremser Weinzierl Gruner Veltliner - The Wine of the Week UNDER $15

Andrew — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 15:28:07 +0000

It seems like every time I blink, here comes a new Gruner into the market. Most are good but not memorable, and the memorable ones are typically closer to $20 than $10.

Kremser Weinzierl Gruner Veltliner is definitely an exception. Piercingly crisp acidity melds with soft pear and melon flavors to produce a wine that is crisp, bright and refreshing. A great choice for sushi, shellfish, a light summer salad or just by itself, no matter how you drink it, you won’t be disappointed.

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Alexander Valley Vineyards New Gewurz - The Wine of the Week UNDER $15

Andrew — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 14:55:21 +0000

Alexander Valley Vineyards’ New Gewurz is a pleasant change of pace from typical domestic Gewurztraminers. Barely off-dry on the palate, the expected rose petal aromas and stone fruits burst out of the glass, with zinging acidity. When I think of this wine, thoughts of my backyard come to mind, a bright, warm summer day, firing up the grill for some nice BBQ, and relaxing. I think this is one wine choice that is a no-brainer.

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A to Z Rose - The Wine of the Week UNDER $15

Andrew — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 15:18:51 +0000

I’m sure that regular readers are noticing a pattern here. I LOVE pink wine!

The A to Z Rose is 100% Sangiovese, offering up bright strawberry and floral notes on the nose, with a creamy mid-palate and juicy cranberry, red raspberry and currant flavors lingering into the lightly spicy finish.

A to Z Wineworks is one of the fastest growing producers in the Pacific Northwest, and for good reason. Their wines consistently over-deliver for the money.

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