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Raeburn Russian River Valley Chardonnay – Lovable

December 19, 2016

Crowd-pleasing and luxurious, the Raeburn Russian River Valley Chardonnay. 100% Chardonnay from the Russian River Valley in Sonoma, California. 75% … Read more

Boxx Cellars Sangiovese – Truly Tasty

December 9, 2016

The Boxx Cellars Sangiovese, low production wine from the Sangiovese specialists at Vino Noceto. 100% Sangiovese from Amador County, California.

Domaine Vigneau-Chevreau Vouvray Cuvee Silex Sec – A Pleasure

November 15, 2016

The Domaine Vigneau-Chevreau Vouvray Cuvee Silex Sec, a fresh and flavorful Chenin Blanc. 100% Chenin Blanc from the Loire, France. … Read more

Chateau de Lancyre Rosé – Seriously Good Rosé

November 3, 2016

A rosé for red wine drinkers, the Chateau de Lancyre Rosé. 50% Syrah, 40% Grenache and 10% Cinsault grown in … Read more

JJ Vincent Bourgogne Blanc – Burgundy on a Budget

November 2, 2016

The rich, tart and tangy JJ Vincent Bourgogne Blanc. 100% Chardonnay from Burgundy (Bourgogne), France. 70% of the wine was … Read more

Primarius Pinot Noir – Smooth and Tasty

October 27, 2016

The Primarius Pinot Noir, a pleasure to drink. 100% Pinot Noir from Oregon. The wine is aged in stainless steel … Read more

The White Knight Prosecco – Refreshment to the Rescue

September 17, 2016

The White Knight Prosecco, a crisp and clean sparkling wine value. Doc Spumante Brut Prosecco made from 100% Glera in … Read more

Michael David Winery Inkblot Cabernet Franc – Big, Chewy and Delicious

August 6, 2016

The Michael David Winery Inkblot Cabernet Franc, a splurge-worthy find at Costco! Cabernet Franc with a touch of Petite Sirah … Read more

La Tercera Rioja Reserva – Buy a Boatload!

August 4, 2016

The La Tercera Rioja Reserva, it doesn’t get much better than this 2010 Rioja Reserva for less than 10 bucks! … Read more

Chateau Ste Michelle Riesling – Really Good Riesling

June 29, 2016

The Chateau Ste Michelle Riesling, it’s hard to get much better than this for just $7. 100% Riesling from the … Read more

Columbia Crest Reserve Malbec – Deliciousness Defined

June 9, 2016

The Columbia Crest Reserve Malbec, a surprising Saturday Splurge from Washington. 88% Malbec, 5% Cabernet Franc and 7% Cabernet Sauvignon … Read more

Federalist Lodi Zinfandel – True To Form

June 3, 2016

Zinfandel just the way the founders intended it, the Federalist Lodi Zinfandel. 93% Zinfandel and 7% Syrah from Lodi, California. … Read more

Kung Fu Girl Riesling – Kiai!

May 28, 2016

Kung Fu Girl Riesling, striking a blow against overpriced Riesling everywhere. 100% Riesling from the Evergreen Vineyard in the Ancient … Read more

Quinta da Aveleda Vinho Verde – BOOM!

May 24, 2016

The Quinta da Aveleda Vinho Verde, an explosion of easy to drink deliciousness. 80% Loureiro and 20% Alvarinho from Vinho … Read more

Simple Life Pinot Noir – Simply Good

May 21, 2016

The Simple Life Pinot Noir, a fine pick for our Pinot Noir for the 99 series! 95% Pinot Noir and … Read more

Cline Cellars Lodi Zinfandel – A No Brainer

March 25, 2016

The Cline Cellars Lodi Zinfandel – At only $11 and with tons of pairing possibilities this is a wine you’ll … Read more

Spindrift Cellars Pinot Noir – Smooth Sailing

December 30, 2015

Willamette Valley Pinot Noir just under our $20 limit. Pinot Noir from five different vineyards in the Willamette Valley, Oregon … Read more

Calista The Coast Range Pinot Noir – Delightful!

October 31, 2015

A great pick for your Thanksgiving and Christmas tables. 100% Pinot Noir from Anderson Valley, Russian River Valley and Santa … Read more

Washington State Rosé For The Win!

September 26, 2015

The first of three fine finds, the Charles & Charles Rosé. A special guest post today from Steve Kubota covering … Read more

Maison Cubi Rosé – Go All In On Rosé

September 23, 2015

You’ll be very glad this super refreshing rosé comes in a box! 80% Grenache and 20% Cinsault from Domaine de … Read more

ZaZin Old Vine Zinfandel – A Tasty Treat For Your Tongue

August 25, 2015

BULK BUY! Zinfandel along with a little Petite Sirah from Lodi, California. The wine was aged in neutral (pre-used) French … Read more

Les Darons Languedoc – Really Darn Good

August 19, 2015

Another top notch wine from the Languedoc. The Les Darons Languedoc is a blend of old vine Grenache (60%) and … Read more

Il Poggione Brancato Rosato – My New Favorite Rosé

July 31, 2015

A Bulk Buy with a perfect 10 Taste Rating! 100% Sangiovese rosé from Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy.

McKinley Springs Horse Heaven Hills Malbec – Eye-Openingly Good

June 10, 2015

Bring on the Malbec from Washington State! Malbec from Horse Heaven Hills, Columbia Valley, Washington.

Sleight of Hand Cellars The Magician Riesling – No Joke

June 5, 2015

There are no illusions about just how tasty this wine is! The Sleight of Hand Cellars The Magician Riesling. 100% … Read more

Ramon Bilbao Limited Edition – A Rewarding Rioja

March 30, 2015

100% Tempranillo from Rioja Alta, Spain. The wine spends 15 months in 80% new French and 20% new American oak … Read more