Send us Fan Mail The unexpected bargains of wine industry disruption take center stage as Domain Dave explores Trader Joe’s Diamond Reserve Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2023. At $19.99, this single-vineyard wine represents the upper tier of Trader Joe’s offerings, yet delivers value far beyond its price point. What makes this bottle particularly intriguing is…
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The Trader Joe’s Diamond Reserve Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2023 is a $19.99 TJ’s exclusive. This edition is Lot #09; they have previously used this brand name for a completely different wine. The Story This is a single-vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon; the label only says Napa Valley, but this wine comes from one vineyard in a…
Read MoreSend us Fan Mail Have you ever discovered a $10 wine that drinks like it should cost twice as much? The Federalist Lodi Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 is exactly that kind of delightful surprise – a summer-ready red that delivers serious bang for your buck without compromising on flavor or character. This affordable gem comes from…
Read MoreSend us Fan Mail Searching for exceptional wines that won’t break the bank has become increasingly important in today’s uncertain economy. During my latest exploration, I uncovered a hidden gem at Aldi that deserves serious attention from budget-conscious wine enthusiasts. The Specially Selected Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2024, priced at just $11.99, represents what makes…
Read MoreSend us Fan Mail Uncorking the perfect Easter dinner companion! Raymond Prüm’s Essence Mosel Riesling 2023 delivers exceptional value at under $15, bringing nine centuries of German winemaking heritage directly to your table. This gem from the steep slate-covered hillsides of the Mosel Valley showcases why this region surpasses even legendary areas like Napa and…
Read MoreSend us Fan Mail Wine lovers know that finding a decent Pinot Noir under $10 is challenging enough, so when Domain Dave discovered the $4.99 Motif Monterey Pinot Noir 2023 at Trader Joe’s, skepticism was natural. Yet this bargain bottle delivers surprising quality that defies its humble price tag. Pinot Noir demands specific growing conditions—cool…
Read MoreSend 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 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…
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The Lazy Bones Paso Robles Cabernet Franc 2023 is a $7.99 Trader Joe’s exclusive. It is made for Trader Joe’s by the Miller Family Wine Company, who have been producing wine for Trader Joe’s for years. The Story The Miller family has been making wine sold at Trader Joe’s for at least 15 years, in…
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Send 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…
Read MoreSend 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 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 •…
Read MoreSend 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 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 Doña Paula Single Vineyard Malbec 2023 is a wine available at Costco for $11.99 and around that price elsewhere. The single vineyard mentioned on the label is the estate Alto vineyard in the Lujan de Cuyo region inside the Mendoza Valley of Argentina. The Story Santa Rita Estates of Chile owns Doña Paula winery….
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Send us Fan Mail Check us out at http://www.cheapwinefinder.com or email us at [email protected] Speaker 1 0:18 wwwDomainDaveCheapWineFindercom flyer . There hasn't been anything new there in a long time . There's wine showing up on there from two years ago but to my surprise they had the honore la farde grand reserve brute champagne…
Read MoreSend us Fan Mail What if your next favorite wine is a delightful $8.99 bottle from Trader Joe’s? Prepare to meet La Chateau Chinon 2023, a captivating Cabernet Franc hailing from the storied vineyards of Chinon in France’s Loire Valley. We’ll explore how this underappreciated grape, often overshadowed by its more famous relative, Cabernet Sauvignon,…
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The LaCheteau Chinon 2023 is a $8.99 Trader Joe’s exclusive. If you see Chinon on the label, that means this is a Cabernet Franc wine sourced from vineyards surrounding the town of Chinon in France‘s Loire Valley. The Story Vignobles (means vineyards) LaCheteau is the negotiant brand of GCF Group, the leading exporter of French…
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Send us Fan Mail Can a $20 champagne really hold its own against the high-end bottles with posh labels? Join me, Domain Dave, as we uncork the mystery behind Costco’s Kirkland Signature Brut Champagne, crafted by none other than Manuel Janison, a winemaker with roots in the elite grand cru towns of Champagne. Despite its…
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.The Trader Joe’s Platinum Reserve Napa Meritage 2022 is a $17.99 Trader Joe’s exclusive. The back label says this wine was “vinted and Bottles by” JBA Cellars in Rutherford, California. Vinted and bottled legally means they bottled the wine and possibly did some aging, so JBA Cellars is a company set up to keep us…
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Send us Fan Mail Casillero del Diablo Cabernet Sauvignon 2022-Spooky Name-Not Spooky Tasting Yeah, It's October 2024, and time for Halloween Party wines. The Casillero del Diablo (Cellar of the Devil) will work as a party wine, but it isn't. This is a wine from Chile's Central Valley which is a great place for value-priced…
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The Casillero del Diablo Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 is a wine selling for $5.99 at Costco and from $8 to $12 elsewhere. Casillero del Diablo is sourced from vineyards in the Central Valley of Chile. It is a brand from Concha Y Toro a large well respected winery from Chile. The Cellar of the Devil name…
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The Rosa Dell’Olmo Langhe Nebbiolo 2021 is an $8.99 Trader Joe’s imported wine sourced from the Piedmont region of Italy. This is a DOC-designated wine. Rosa Dell’Olmo is a winery or brand owned by Vite Colte a state-of-the-art winery founded in 2000 and situated in the heart of the Barolo region in Piedmont Italy. Barolo…
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