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Not everyone
wants to spend an arm and a leg for a good
bottle of wine. Here are some recommended wines around $15 and under for those on a budget, but
still like to drink good wine. These budget
wines also come in handy when buying in
quantity for parties and gatherings. |
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Winery:
Hogue Cellars
Wine: 2005 Chardonnay
Region: Columbia
Valley, WA
Price: $9.00
Industry Comments:
During the grape growing season, Eastern Washington boasts warm summer days followed by cool nights, ensuring that grapes ripen fully while retaining ample natural acidity. Our Hogue Chardonnay shows that classic balance. Aromas are of pear, baked apple, cream, toast and fresh baked bread. On the palate, the flavors are soft, and round, with pear and vanilla with toasty, smoky notes and a crisp finish. This would be a great accompaniment to roast chicken or linguine with clams. |
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Winery:
Fort Walla Walla Cellars
Wine: 2004 Trapper Red
Region: Columbia
Valley, WA
Price: $18.00
Scores/Awards:
90 Points – Wine Enthusiast
Industry Comments:
An excellent blend of Columbia Valley Merlot (56%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (44%) grapes! The wine is ruby-cherry in color. Its fruit is beautifully aromic and rich. Aromas of coffee, chocolate, and cherry fruit with hints of tobacco can be detected. The mild oak cooperage complements the fruit. A wonderful wine for everyday enjoyment! |
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Winery:
Three Rivers Winery
Wine: 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon
Region: Columbia
Valley, WA
Price: $19.00
Scores/Awards:
92 Points – Wine & Spirits
Industry Comments:
Inky black, it smells like cocoa-dusted black cherries and tastes as rich as kobe beef, with a savory plum flavor and toasty, generous oak. It’s warm and intense but never ponderous. Grill with a tri-tip. |
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Winery:
Columbia Crest
Wine: 2004 Merlot
- Grand Estates
Region: Columbia
Valley, WA
Price: $11.00
Scores/Awards:
90 Points – Wine Spectator
Industry Comments:
This complex artisan wine is produced using various barrel types and varietals to offer classic Merlot spice, ripe cherry fruit, and cocoa aromatics which persist on the palate. The balance of wood and black fruits creates a velvety, seductive finish. |
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Winery:
Canoe Ridge Vineyard
Wine: 2005 Chardonnay
Region: Columbia
Valley, WA
Price: $19.00
Scores/Awards:
90 Points – Wine Spectator
Industry Comments:
Strikes a wonderful balance between tangerine and creamy pear notes with hints of pineapple and toast as the finish lingers. Has plenty of personality, and the finish doesn’t slide. |
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