by Michael Satterfield - 11/07/2021
The holiday season is here and for many of us, it will be the first time we will be spending with family and friends since the events of 2020 literally canceled Christmas for so many of us. Regardless if you are hosting an event or just looking for the perfect bottle of wine for a gift, our team has put together a great list of wines perfect for any budget or occasion. Each one of these wines was selected for its quality, value, and unique characteristics.
The rich notes of cherry strawberries and blackberry are balanced with the earthy notes of black tea, dried tobacco, and olive. A smooth oaky finish makes this an excellent pairing with roasted chicken or duck.
$55 SHOP HERE
A light and airy chardonnay that starts with notes of peaches, apricots, and honeycomb with a hint of citrus. Perfect with seafood or baked chicken.
$60 SHOP HERE
A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot this blend offers the bold yet elegant flavor with notes of berries, plum, and apricot. This was the first wine we have tried from Kozovo and it is easy to see why Stone Castle (Gecaj Estate) is the leading vineyard in the area. Pairs with steak or beef stew.
$80 SHOP HERE
Grapes from one of the oldest Chardonnay vineyards in Napa Valley go into this limited edition and award-winning wine. Featuring citrus notes that transition to chamomile and sandalwood, drink now or buy and hold for a richer experience down the road. Pairs well with halibut, polenta, or grilled salmon.
$98 SHOP HERE
A 96+ point blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Cabernet Franc, and Merlot make a complex but delightful experience. Expect a nuanced mix of blueberry jam, black cherry, and plum that transition to notes of dark chocolate, lavender, and tobacco. Pair with lamb, venison, or hard cheese.
$175 SHOP HERE
A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot one of the best wines we have tried all year at this sub $100 price point, the Signorello S is a dark fruity wine with notes of mocha, cedar, and spices. Perfect to pair with steak, lamb, or portobello mushrooms.
$75 SHOP HERE
Immortal Estate Slope 2016
Markham Vineyards Merlot 2018
One of the best values for a Napa Valley Merlot, sweet and smooth expect notes of cherry, vanilla, chocolate, with a mild spice finish. Pairs well with most meats and cheese, but try with roasted pork or a fruit-based dessert.
This earth Cabernet Sauvignon is a medium-bodied wine with notes of vanilla bean, chocolate, blackberry, and nutmeg, perfect with dinner, but better with dessert. Pair with a dark chocolate cake or a dessert charcuterie, this is an incredible wine for the price.
$25 SHOP HERE
A full-bodied wine with a hint of sweetness, expect citrus notes with a bright finish. From one of the most respected wineries in Napa Valley, this wine is priced well and won't disappoint. Pair with pasta, chicken, or white fish.
$80 SHOP HERE
Another great earthy Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley, expect notes of mushroom, boysenberry, and pomegranate with hints of cedar and spice. Pairs well with beef, lamb, and hard cheese.
$160 SHOP HERE
Grown on the slopes of Immortal Estate, 1700 feet above sea level, this Cabernet Sauvignon has garnered reviews that declared it as one of the best wines you can buy for under $100. Lauded for its black fruit expression and notes of tobacco, spice, black licorice, and coffee, this Cab best pairs with beef or cured meats.
$80 SHOP HERE
One of the most sought-after Cabernet Sauvignon from Sonoma, this is a wine to buy and hold for 8-10 years, but if you can't wait it can be consumed now. A great gift or just put in your collection and enjoy it down the road. Trading at over $500 a bottle now.
$544 SHOP HERE
This sophisticated wine offers complex layers of black fruit with cedar and tobacco with a spice finish. This wine is great now, but the winemaker expects it will improve if aged over the next 10+ years. Buy to enjoy now or hold for later. Pair with beef, lamb, or dark chocolate.
$310 SHOP HERE
One of the best values for a Napa Valley Merlot, sweet and smooth expect notes of cherry, vanilla, chocolate, with a mild spice finish. Pairs well with most meats and cheese, but try with roasted pork or a fruit-based dessert.
$29 SHOP HERE
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