Zinfandel arrived in California as part of the Gold Rush of the 1850s. Its origins though are in Eastern Europe and the wine growing regions of Croatia. After Prohibition when the California wine industry was nearly decimated there was a time when … Read More
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Crowding Pleasing Cabernet
We all may fantasize about being winemakers but few of us ever make the leap, and so we sit sipping and dreaming of how we might craft a world class wine. Enter Columbia Crest Winery one of Washington state's most established and important brands. … Read More
Summer into Fall – A Range of Reds for Unpredictable Weather
As the seasons change we look forward to Autumn's cooler temperatures, heartier fare, and wines to go with all of the above. This Autumn has been a bit unpredictable, with cooler than normal temperatures in the Mountain West and the Pacific … Read More
Top Picks for Wine Accessories Under $20
There's no doubt that wine accessories can run the gamut from cute (and cheap) to super costly, so we've gathered the very best wine gadgets for under $20 to help you heap on … Read More
5 Tips for Buying the Best Wine Under $20
When shopping for the best wines under $20, there are a few key strategies that can make the wine finding and buying experience even better. We’ve rounded up five of our favorite tips for spending less on good wine. From buying in bulk to scouting for second labels, or adding a splash of wine adventure by going global in the search for less familiar grapes and regions, plenty of options abound for buying and drinking good wine for less.
Old World Wines Under $20
Zenato Lugana di San Benedetto 2013 (Italy) $16
The 2013 Zenato Lugana di San Benedetto comes from the Lugana DOC which is partially in Veneto as well as the region of Lombardy along the southern shores of Lake Garda in Northern Italy. This … Read More
Urge to Splurge? Best Wines Over $20
Beyond Tuscany: Italy’s Range of Red Wines
For those new to wine, Italy is often reduced to one region; Tuscany. The region is of course home to two of the world's most famous wine growing regions, Chianti and Brunello di Montalcino. It's … Read More