Susana Balbo, Torrontes "Crios" 2008

Also from the Jug Shop's tasting "Weird Ass Whites Under $20." This white hails from Salta, Argentina. Torrontes is the name of the varietal and they tell me that it is a cousin to the Muscat. I can taste similarity immediately because this is dry, there is a complex sweetness in both the nose and the palate. Very floral. $14. We bought one.

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Dynamic 2010 Red Table Wine

From Trader Joe's, this was in their red blends section for about $6. I'm satisfied. 34% Syrah, but whats the rest? Bordeaux varietals? Zin? Gamay? Concord? Who knows? Who cares? For $6, this could be my house red if it plays it's cards right. It is light and fun and has a good balance of fruit and spice. Throw your expectations in the gutter and be pleasantly surprised.

J 2001 Russian River Valley Brut Magnum

Can you say magnum baby? We finally cracked this for the two year old's birthday party. It was crisp and bubbly and balanced and complex all at the same time. J makes a fine sparkler.

Trinity Hill 2008 Chardonnay Gimblett Gravels

Beautiful straw color. Apple, vanilla, peach, full bodied, new world (N Zed), buttery with a nice acidic zing that brings it all in balance. Should go well with our fish pie.

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