Wines
of the Week: Weeknight Whites
As
the spring season begins to emerge out of winter, many of us
will look to fill out weekday glass with a nice, affordable
white wine. Thus, our tasting panel has come up with a handful
of choices that are $15 or less which are sure to please with
their value.
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Infamous
Goose 2017 Sauvignon Blanc
Winery:
Infamous Goose
Grape(s): Sauvignon Blanc
Region: Marlborough, New Zealand
Year:
2017
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification:
n/a
Price: 10-15
Review:
The nose brings together vivid citrus aromas with nuances
of bell pepper and wild grass. A classic New Zealand profile,
as grapefruit, gooseberry, and peach flavors combine with
accents of wild grass and minerals. A crisp acidity and
good balance of flavors make this wine a good buy for
about $15.
Rating: 89 |
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Dr.
Lossen 2016 Riesling
Winery:
Dr. Lossen
Grape(s): 100%
Riesling
Region: Mosel, Germany
Year:
2016
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification:
n/a
Price: 10-15
Review:
The nose invites one in with aromas of limes, apples,
blood orange, and flint. Crisp pear, apple and citrus
notes blend with honey and mineral whispers on the palate.
A fresh acidity frames the wine, and a touch of sweetness
makes it quite welcoming. Pair with an Asian stir-fry.
Rating: 90 |
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J
Vineyards 2016 Pinot Gris
Winery:
J Vineyards
Grape(s): 100% Pinot Gris
Region: California
Year:
2016
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification:
n/a
Price: 10-15
Review:
The nose combines vibrant citrus and melon notes with
expressions of minerals and herbs. A refreshing acidity
frames flavors of lime, lemon, and honeydew that flow
into fresh herbs and wet stone. It's crisp and well suited
for food. Open a bottle next time you serve scallops.
Rating: 89 |
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Dry
Creek Vineyard 2016 Fume Blanc
Winery:
Dry Creek Vineyard
Grape(s): Sauvignon
Blanc
Region: Dry Creek Valley, Ca
Year:
2016
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification:
n/a
Price: 10-15
Review:
Nice citrusy notes are accented by grassy and mineral
expressions on the nose. The palate is full of lime, lemon,
and grapefruit flavors alongside whispers of wet stone
and herbs. Lively and refreshing, it's a solid buy for
under $15.
Rating: 89 |
By
Jason Barlow
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*Wines
rated with a "+" need
a bit more time to reach peak quality
but will
do so over the coming years
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