THE WINE GUY: Bargain wines are fit for holiday celebrating
As people plan for holiday gatherings (or look for a wine for a daily meal) in the midst of economic uncertainty, price becomes a major consideration.
The wines below offer reliable quality at their price level.
Kendall-Jackson (Vintner’s Reserve)
• 2008 Riesling ($12)
• 2008 Sauvignon Blanc ($12)
• 2008 Chardonnay ($15)
• 2007 Syrah ($14)
• 2008 Summation ($17)
Firestone
• 2007 Riesling Central Coast ($10)
• 2008 Chardonnay ($10)
• 2008 Sauvignon Blanc Santa Ynez ($11)
• 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon ($10)
• 2007 Merlot ($10)
Chateau St. Jean
• 2008 Fume Blanc ($13)
• 2008 Riesling ($15)
• 2008 Chardonnay ($14)
Beaulieu Vineyard
• 2007 Chardonnay ($17)
• 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon ($17)
Dry Creek Vineyard
• 2008 Chenin Blanc Clarksburg ($12)
• 2008 Sauvignon Blanc ($16)
Ironstone
• 2008 Obsession ($8)
• 2008 Xpression Rosé ($10)
• 2007 Syrah ($10)
Christine Andrew
• 2008 Rose of Malbec ($15)
• 2007 Petite Sirah ($15)
• 2008 Malbec ($15)
Murphy-Goode
• 2008 The Fume ($13)
• 2007 Chardonnay ($17)
Cambria
• 2007 Chardonnay “Katherine’s” ($19)
• 2006 Syrah “Tepusquet” ($19)
Snap Dragon
• 2008 Chardonnay ($8)
• 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon ($8)
Leaping Horse
• 2008 Chardonnay ($6)
• 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon ($6)
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Rich Mauro has been writing about wine since 1995. He is a policy analyst for the Denver Regional Council of Governments. Reach him at rich@rmpeoplespalate.com or Box 1779 Colorado Springs 80901.
