I continue to urge you to take advantage of the tremendous bargin this poor economy is forcing. All you need do is to sign up for a email list or two, and pay attention. One of my favorites is J.J. Buckley, out of San Francisco. I recently received an offer for Mondavi Oakville Cab. Normally selling for around $45. The wine is very good, sourced from mostly To Kalon vineyard grapes, a very special vineyard that made Mondavi famous. Buckley offered this 90 point plus wine for $16.23 per bottle! Obviously, I was very anxious to try this "Bargin," The nose was very bright, sweet red fruit with the famous Rutherford dusty notes. The tannis were structured and very fine, with none of the normal overoaked mask that many Napa Cabs wear while they are young. The mid palate revealed notes of green pepper and mint, with a distinct chocolate note on the long, smooth finish. Tasted blind, I would have guessed this to be a $80. bottle of Napa Cab. At under $20. this is a real bargin. The wine will continue to evolve and drink well for the next 7 to 10 years.
This wine is but one of many that are competing for the shirking wine dollar. Look for Russian River Pinot Noirs that sold for $45. now available for $20. t0 $25. Australian Shiraz and Grenache for under $15. Whatever your taste, spend some time and effort to find and drink these bargins.....better buy case lots......just like the price of homes, cars and most everything else.......they will go up quickly as the economy imporves........Cheers
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