Wine Guy | December/January 2021

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Wine Guy shares picks from 2023
John M. Webster shares his wine expertise with Metro Monthly readers.  (Joan Yanchick for Joan Photo)
Wine Guy | December/January 2021 – With the kickoff of the holiday season, I’ve put together some great bargains below. Nearly all the wines are currently on sale, with some of them up to $10 off per bottle. I hope you all have a happy and safe holiday season! – John Webster.

White and Rose Wines

  • Goodfellow Pinot Gris 2018. Characteristics: Fragrant nose leads to a clean finish. Accompaniment:  Turkey, pork. Origin: Willamette Valley, Ore. Under $17.
  • Pierre Blanquette de Limoux Brut Nature 2016. Characteristics: Lovely French bubbly at a great price — quality at a steal. Dry fruit flavors and a taut finish. Accompaniment: Appetizers. Origin: France. Under $25.
  • Shannon Ridge Chardonnay 2018. Chracteristics: Green apple and citrus nose. Very food-friendly and another great bargain. Accompaniment: Appetizers, fish, chicken. Origin: Lake County, Calif. Under $10.
  • Groth Sauvignon Blanc 2019. Characteristics: Grapefruit and lemon flavors lead to a crisp finish. A little higher end but worth every penny. Accompaniment: Baked chicken, fish, shrimp, vegetable dishes. Origin: Napa Valley, Calif. Under $25.
  • Gnarly Head Sauvignon Blanc 2019. Characteristics: Fresh apple and peach flavors at a great price. Accompaniment: Fish, vegetables, salads, appetizers — party wine. Origin: Monterey Valley, Calif. Under $14.

Red Wines

  • Pierre Tailleur de Vins Cabernet Franc 2018. Characteristics: Lush red fruit flavors and a very clean finish. Accompaniment: Steak, grilled meats. Origin: Languedoc, France. Under $20.
  • Basel Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon 2015. Characteristics: Textbook Columbia Valley Cabernet with a touch of Malbec and Syrah for the finish. Accompaniment: Roast beef. Origin: Columbia Valley, Wash. Under $16.
  • Thorn Clark Terra Barossa Shiraz 2015. Characteristics: Spicy stone fruit flavors with a touch of spice on the finish. Accompaniment: Steak, roast pork. Origin: Australia. Under $17.
  • The Convert Red Blend 2016. Characteristics: Plush-tasting, multi-grape red blend from the Columbia Valley. Accompaniment: Pork chops. Origin: Columbia Valley, Wash. Under $17.
  • Greg Norman Estates Shiraz 2018. Characteristics: Juicy cherry and raspberry fruit flavors. Very well-made wine. Accompaniment: Barbecue chicken, strong hard cheeses. Origin: Limestone Coast, Australia. Under $18.

Bookmark for your next wine-buying trip!


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