Edna Valley

Bargain Wines for your Thanksgiving Table – from Trader Joe’s

Bottle of 2019 Petiole Pinot Noir and 2018 Riddle Chardonnay from Trader Joe's

Fast facts: 2018 Petiole Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, Oregon ($8.99 @Trader Joe’s,  California) 2019 Riddle Chardonnay, Edna Valley, California ($5.99 @Trader Joe’s, California)   When you ask people for their favorite wine pairing for the traditional Thanksgiving meal, two wines seem to top the list:  Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.   The former almost falls into … Read moreBargain Wines for your Thanksgiving Table – from Trader Joe’s

Riddle me this: how does Trader Joe’s sell a Pinot Noir this good for $6.99?

Front label of Riddle 2018 Edna Valley Pinot Noir from Trader Joe's

Fast facts: 2018 Riddle Pinot Noir, Edna Valley, California ($6.99 @Trader Joe’s,  California)   Tasting Notes: Nose of red raspberries and strawberries.  Has flavors of sasparilla, cola, black plum, vanilla and a pleasant earthiness.  Really well balanced with a some nice lingering tartness on the finish.  Would pair really well with mushroom dishes and grilled … Read moreRiddle me this: how does Trader Joe’s sell a Pinot Noir this good for $6.99?

Two Killer Deals on Central Coast Pinot Noir

Bottle of Hess Select Pinot Noir in bin at Costco store

Fast Facts: 2015 Hess Select, Pinot Noir, Central Coast, CA ($9.99 @Costco in California – Item #1405845) 2018 Bezi, Pinot Noir, Edna Valley, CA ($6.99 @Trader Joe’s in California)   Happy Thirsty Thursday.  If you’re thirsty for California Pinot Noir, you’re in luck!   This Week’s Costco Wine Pick:   The largest and perhaps most … Read moreTwo Killer Deals on Central Coast Pinot Noir