Send us Fan Mail The Pinot Project 2022 delivers classic California Pinot Noir character for under $12, proving that quality wine doesn’t require a premium price tag. Michael Skelnick’s ambitious project creates accessible, authentic Pinot Noir by sourcing from quality vineyards across California’s diverse growing regions. • Available for approximately $11.89 at retailers• Part of…
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The Pinot Project 2022 is a wine I found at a local wine shop selling for $11.89. This is a project from famed wine importer Michael Skurnik. They focus exclusively on Pinot wine, Pinot Noir, Pinot Grigio (one from Italy and one from Washington, and a Rosé of Pinot Noir). The Story The Pinot Project…
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Send us Fan Mail Welcome to our latest episode, where we embark on an entertaining deep dive into Trader Joe’s Platinum Reserve Yountville Cabernet Sauvignon 2023. As curiosity swirls around budget wines, we aim to answer the pressing question: is spending less than $20 worth the risk? Our conversation opens with a thorough exploration of…
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The Trader Joe’s Platinum Reserve Yountville Cabernet Sauvignon 2023 is a $17.99 Trader Joe’s exclusive. Like the title says the vineyards for this wine are located in the Yountville AVA of Napa Valley. The Story In 1835, George Yount planted grapes here, making Yountville the first wine region in Napa. Yountville is part of the…
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Send us Fan Mail This week’s episode dives into the delightful world of budget-friendly wines, focusing on the Aldi Specially Selected Single Estate Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2023. We explore how affordable wines can offer exceptional quality, sparked by our tasting experiences and insights from the Marlborough region. • Introduction to Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc • Discussion of…
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The Specially Selected Single Estate Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2023 is a $9.99 Aldi exclusive. Their Specially Selected brand showcases wine from the greatest growing regions in the world. The Story The single estate in the wine name is from Lismore Wines, which specializes in wine from Marlborough and Hawkes Bay in New Zealand. Lismore Wines…
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Send us Fan Mail Uncover the charm of the Rosé All Day 2023 as we delve into its unexpected bold flavors and why it’s a standout in the realm of affordable wines. Priced at only $9.99, this Grenache Rosé hails from the beautiful Languedoc region of France, where the sun and rich soil create a…
Read MoreSend us Fan Mail Explore the innovative world of wine, focusing on Dave Phinney’s Locations NZ Sauvignon Blanc. This episode delves into winemaking without borders, affordability, and the unique flavor profile that makes this wine a must-try. • Introduction to the podcast and the featured wine • Background story of winemaker Dave Phinney • Discussion on the…
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I found the Locations NZ Sauvignon Blanc Release #12 selling for $16.99. Dave Phinney created the Locations line of wines; if anyone is a “Rock Star” winemaker, it’s Dave. The Story Dave Phinney is the man behind the massively successful The Prisoner line of wines. The Prisoner sold for about $50, and those wines flew…
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Send us Fan Mail Check us out at http://www.cheapwinefinder.com or email us at [email protected] Speaker 1 0:00 Hey , welcome . It's Domain Day . Cheapwinefindercom With another wine review . We've got this one from Costco . It's $8.99 . We do three right up on the CheapWineFindercom website . We write up three…
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The Gambler’s Ghost North Coast Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 is a wine I found at Costco selling for $8.99, a check on the web found it sells for between $15 and $25 elsewhere. This wine was made by Fioe di Sole winery of Napa. The Story Fior di Sole is a family-owned and operated winery. They…
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Send us Fan Mail What makes a humble bottle of Pinot Noir stand out from the crowd? Unlock the secrets behind Trader Joe’s Cotillion Pinot Noir, a $9.99 treasure, as we take you on a journey through its 2022 vintage story. This episode revisits a cherished selection from our past reviews, tracing its origins across…
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The Cotillion Pinot Noir 2022 is a $9.99 Trader Joe’s exclusive wine that has been available since at least the 2013 vintage. Plata Wine Partners produces this Pinot Noir for Trader Joe’s under its Ashford Court winery label. The Story Plata Partners (founded in 2005) has 60 vineyards with over 18,000 acres of vines. Grapes…
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Send us Fan Mail Discover the hidden gems of Chenin Blanc as we explore Field Recordings’ 2024 release from talented winemaker Andrew Jones. This episode delves into the craftsmanship behind the wine, its distinctive flavor profile, and the journey of making exceptional wines on a budget. • Overview of Field Recordings and winemaker Andrew Jones •…
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The Field Recordings Chenin 2024 is a wine I found at a local wine shop selling for $14.99. This Chenin land was sourced from three vineyards in the Central Coast AVA that were planted in the 1970s. The Story Field Recordings is a project by winemaker Andrew Jones. He was a Feldman who traveled the…
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Send us Fan Mail What if the madness of men in pursuit of excellence leads to an affordable yet exquisite Pinot Noir? Discover the captivating story of Folly of the Beast 2022, crafted by the passionate winemaker Ryan Zotovich. Inspired by a quote from Moby Dick, this wine’s journey stretches across the Central Coast, from…
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Call me Domaine Dave. The Folly Of The Beast Pinot Noir 2022 is a Herman Melville/Moby Dick inspired wine sourced from fruit grown in California’s Central Coast AVA. I found it at a local wine store selling for $14.99. The Story Ryan Zotovich is the head winemaker for ABG Wines. He has worked for Palmina,…
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Send us Fan Mail Can a sparkling wine priced at just $7.99 truly hold its own against higher-end bottles? Listen to our latest episode as we pop the cork on a bottle of Colby California Brut Sparkling Wine from Aldi, exploring its surprisingly delightful taste profile and dispelling preconceptions about budget-friendly bubbly. Crafted by the…
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The Kolbie California Brut Sparkling Wine is a $7.99 Aldi exclusive. This Bubbly is produced by the Rack and Riddle facility in Geyserville, California. The Story Rack and Riddle is a custom Sparkling wine producer with locations in Sonoma and Lodi. It is a large operation that can produce all types of Sparkling wines. Rack…
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Send us Fan Mail Check us out at http://www.cheapwinefinder.com or email us at [email protected] Speaker 1 0:03 Hey , domain Dave , cheapwinefindercom Another wine review podcast . We write them up on the CheapWineFindercom website three times a week Value price wines . This one is $7.99 from Trader Joe's . It's the Starpoint…
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The Starpointe Yakima Valley Chardonnay 2023 is a $7.99 Trader Joe’s exclusive. This is a wine produced for Trader Joe’s by DNA Vineyards, who have, over the years, produced some of Trader Joe’s best wines. The Story DNA Vineyards is Dennis Patton (40 years experience) and Andrea Silverstein (25 years experience). They have been making…
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Send us Fan Mail What if a $7.99 French bubbly could challenge your perception of affordable wines? Join us as we uncork the mysteries and charms of the Opaline Pinot Noir Brut Rosé from Trader Joe’s, a non-vintage sparkling delight from the south of France. This episode promises to tantalize your taste buds while offering…
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The Opaline Pinot Noir Brut Rosé (2025) is a $7.99 Trader Joe’s import exclusive. Trader Joe’s Fearless Flyer says that this Bubbly is from the South of France, but gives no more detail than that. The Story This Sparkling Wine is designated a Vin de France, the bottom classification for French wine. This typically means…
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Send us Fan Mail Kirkland Signature Asolo Prosecco DOCG is the perfect choice for Valentine’s Day, offering a balance of freshness and sweetness that shines in any celebration. This episode explores its production process, ideal pairings, and the rich history behind this delightful sparkling wine. • Overview of Kirkland Signature Asolo Prosecco DOCG • Difference between…
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The Kirkland Signature Asolo Prosecco (Bottled Nov 2024) is a $7.69 Costco exclusive. This Kirkland Signature Asolo Prosecco is designated a Prosecco Superiore DOCG. The Story DOC Prosecco is farmed from vineyards in the flat section of the Prosecco region in the Veneto area. The DOCG Prosecco is produced from grapes in the hilly sections…
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