Send us Fan Mail Wine lovers, prepare for a revelation that might have you sprinting to Trader Joe’s! We’ve uncovered an astonishing value hidden on their shelves – a $14.99 bottle that rivals wines selling for more than twice that price. This Trader Joe’s Platinum Reserve from Italy’s prestigious Nizza DOCG region isn’t your typical…
Read MoreSend us Fan Mail Domain Dave explores Aldi’s Quarter Cut Bourbon Barrel Red Blend from California, examining both the wine itself and the broader bourbon barrel aging trend at the $9.99 price point. The wine offers chocolate notes, soft tannins, and balanced acidity but raises questions about whether bourbon barrel finishing truly enhances more delicate…
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The Quarter Cut Bourbon Barrel Red Blend 2022 is a $9.99 Aldi exclusive. A check of the California Wine Cola Registry, the organization that approves wine labels, shows that this wine was produced by Vinå Concha y Toro, which makes wine in Chile and Argentina, and their California subsidiary Bontera Organic Estates/Fetzer. The Story The…
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Send us Fan Mail Dive into the world of premium yet affordable Chardonnay with our exploration of La Crema’s 2023 Sonoma Coast offering. At just $15 from Costco, this wine delivers remarkable quality that punches well above its price point, making it a must-try for wine enthusiasts seeking value without compromise. What sets La Crema…
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The La Crema Sonoma Coast Chardonnay 2023 is a wine I found selling for 14.99 at Costco, a quick check of the web saw prices ranging from a low of $11 to $23. La Crema’s original name was La Crema Viñera, which translates to “best of the vine.” The Story La Crema’s estate vineyard is…
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Send us Fan Mail Finding exceptional wine values under $10 feels like discovering buried treasure, and the Lazy Bones Paso Robles Cabernet Franc 2023 is exactly that kind of remarkable find. Available exclusively at Trader Joe’s for $7.99, this bottle consistently delivers quality that belies its modest price tag. What makes this wine special starts…
Read MoreSend us Fan Mail Few things bring more satisfaction than discovering a wine that dramatically overdelivers for its price point. Enter Trader Joe’s Lustrous Russian River Chardonnay 2023—an $8.99 bottle that has me reaching for a third sip and taking notice. This newcomer from Precision Wine Company (creators of 22 different wine brands found at…
Read MoreSend 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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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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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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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 Check us out at http://www.cheapwinefinder.com or email us at [email protected] Speaker 1 0:02 Hey , tomei and Dave , CheapWineFindercom again with another podcast . We write up three wine reviews for affordable wines every week and then we plug in the microphone and here we are right now . Right…
Read MoreSend us Fan Mail What if you could enjoy a taste of Tuscany without leaving your couch—and for under $8? Join Tomei and Dave from CheapWineFindercom as we explore the 2023 Cassoni Toscana Vermentino, a remarkable white wine that captures the essence of Italy’s coastal vineyards. Priced affordably at Trader Joe’s, this wine is a…
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The Trader Joe’s Reserve Adelaida District Paso Robles Zinfandel 2023 is an exclusive $9.99 wine from the Beckett Family, Paso Robles, California. The back label says that the Beckett Family produced and bottled this Zinfandel, which means they made the wine. Typically, these Trader Joe’s Reserve wines will say “bottled and cellared by,” which usually…
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Send us Fan Mail What if your next supermarket wine find had a secret story hidden in its cork? That’s exactly what happened when I discovered the Mark Hill Pinot Noir at Aldi. This episode unfolds the curious tale behind this $7.99 wine, crafted by the giant Trinchero Family Estates for Aldi, and the unexpected…
Read MoreSend us Fan Mail Check us out at http://www.cheapwinefinder.com or email us at [email protected] Speaker 1 0:01 Hey , welcome Domain Dave cheapwinefightercom . Another wine today . It's a big one . It's 12 months in oak . Speaker 1 0:11 It's a Malbec from Argentina . It is the Dona Paula single vineyard…
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The Trader Joe’s Grand Reserve Russian River Pinot Noir 2023 is a $12.99 Trader Joe’s exclusive. This is a wine that TJ’s has offered in other vintages. Here is a link to the 2020 vintage. The 2020 was produced for Trader Joe’s by MWK Wine Consultants, the 2023 is from DNA Vineyards. The Story DNA…
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Send us Fan Mail Check us out at http://www.cheapwinefinder.com or email us at [email protected] Speaker 1 0:05 Hey , domain , dave , cheapwinefindercom , the last of the podcast of 2024 . Last of our holiday extravaganza of sorts . It's a bubbly , it's a wine I got at Target of all places…
Read MoreSend us Fan Mail This episode showcases the delightful Cambria Catherine’s Vineyard Chardonnay from Santa Maria Valley, highlighting its unique attributes and exceptional value. As a quality wine priced at just $15.99, it stands out for its balance, fermentation techniques, and individual character, making it a perfect choice for holiday festivities. • Introduction to the…
Read MoreSend us Fan Mail Ever wondered why a single store might offer two wines that seem almost identical? Join Domain Dave as we uncover the intriguing strategy behind Aldi’s wine trademarks, specifically focusing on the 2022 William Walker Monterey Pinot Noir. Discover how this $8.99 gem stacks up against its predecessor, the William Wright Pinot…
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The William Walker Monterey Pinot Noir is an $8.99 Aldi exclusive. If the name sounds familiar, Aldi has/had a different Monterey Pinot Noir with the brand name of William Wright. The Story The William Wright Monterey Pinot Noir was produced for Aldi by Scheid Family Vineyards, a large family-owned winery based in the Monterey AVA….
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