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My goal is to share the great wine buys that I've found (and those I will find, I promise to leave no wine bottle uncorked in the name of research) and where to get them. I live in the Sarasota area so my "where to get" will be relative to my area. If you don't have the stores I list near you, you may need to do a little sleuthing. Most of the wines will be around the $10 mark (some are are a little more, some less). Again, I am no Sommelier, but this is meant for the average person who is simply looking for an enjoyable glass of wine.
I'll probably alternate between whites and reds, but to start things off, I am beginning with my personal favorite: Sauvignon Blanc (unorthodox, I know).
My go-to wine is Nobilo from New Zealand. It's not only reasonable but it also received an 89-point rating from Wine Spectator (among many other accolades).
It's available at Total Wine and Norman's for around $10. It's also available at Publix, but you'll pay $2-3 more there.
It pairs great with mild cheeses (may I suggest Geit-in-Stad, available at WineStyles in Lakewood Ranch?) and seafood.
A few other favorites of mine in this category are:
Anakena (Total Wine)
At $7.99 this Chilean wine is a bargain and was even named a Best Value by Wine Spectator in 2010.
This wine is $8.99 and comes from Washington State. It's available at Total Wine but hard to find most other places. The Riesling is carried most everywhere but the Sauv Blanc is much more elusive.
Brancott (Total Wine)
Like Nobilo, Brancott comes from New Zealand (those Kiwis know their Sauvignon Blancs...). It received 91 points from Wine & Spirits and is $9.99.
I hope that you get to try (some, or all) of these and find them are great as I do - and by all means if you have a favorite Sauvignon Blanc in the $10-range I would love to hear from you. Until next time, cheers!
Seems like you know your wines Christine! I enjoy wine but my favs are the red ones. Any specific brand or kind you prefer? I still have yet to find a favorite.
ReplyDeleteYisell, let me know if you try any of the red wines I have posted. I am thinking Maura's idea of a wine tasting may be in order!
DeleteThanks Yisell! I love red wines too and my next post will be about Pinot Noirs, so maybe you'll find a favorite among them!
ReplyDeleteI love red wine too so will be interested in that next post! Are you a member of Costco? They have some great prices on wines.
ReplyDeleteI am not (yet) a member of Costco but everyone I talk to says I need to be. I'll keep that in mind when I go.
DeleteGood place to buy things such as organic carrots and apples and frozen organic berries-much cheaper than grocery store.
DeleteI love red wines as well. I'm definitely looking forward to your next post! The next time I head to Total Wine I'll make sure to pick up one of the wine you suggested above.
ReplyDeleteI hope you liked my red wine post! Let me know what you think!
DeleteChateau St. Michelle Chardonnay ends up in my cart every time I go grocery shopping. Next time, I'll give the Sauvignon Blanc a try! Any chance of a post about a good Cabernet Sauvignon? Thanks, Christine!
ReplyDeleteYou talked me into it - my next post will be about Cabs. :-)
DeleteWow, Christine, you certainly chose a great topic to blog about. And think of all the fun you are having with your research!
ReplyDeleteI am a Chardonnay person myself, Stephanie, and will have to try the Chateau St. Michelle you recommend. There is also a Chilean Chardonnay by the name of Cremache ... sold at Fresh Market and the owner of the vineyard lives in Bradenton, believe it or not!
I think we should all go to (or have?) a wine-tasting when this semester is over. I have friends from Tampa that have a little wine-tasting business ... perhaps I can get them to come down here?
Maura, it's a tough job but someone has to do it. I'll keep an eye out for Cremache. LOVE that idea - we will have to a wine tasting!
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