This brand under the umbrella of Jackson Family Wines has become a premier source for quality Pinot and Chardonnay at modest prices. The 2023 vintage of Pinot is quite expressive, with dark cherry fruit notes in both the aromas and flavors, with undertones reminiscent of strawberries and baking spices. Medium-bodied, this offers substance and structure but remains openly fruity and immediately enjoyable.
As our least expensive wine on the list, this under $10 selection caught our attention for its low 12.5% abv as well as its layers of flavor. Boysenberry spiced with nutmeg and basil is juicy and offers up an oaky frame.
Grapefruit slices pair with Golden Delicious apple and star fruit. Crisp, refreshing, with a hint of minerality.
This sunny Champagne-method blend of 80% Chardonnay and 20% Pinot Noir is effervescent in more than just than literal sense of the word. Scents of mashed apple, white cherry, yellow peach, and grilled lemon plus a smidgen of blanched almond influence the suave mouthfeel, lifted by a note of orange peel.
Aromas of petrol and basil mirror on the palate. Dried mango and cashew butter are intimate notes, drawn out and broad. This is an earthy style of Riesling with honeyed citrus and flint playing a role on the crisp finish.
Iconic aromas of gooseberry, along with thyme and unripened banana. Tart, with shiny flavors of green tea, yellow apple, and a flinty middle. Extroverted acidity cheers on the flavors through to the stunning finish.
Toasty notes settle in, with layers of peanut brittle, peach tart, melon, and lemon cookie batter. Buttery and rich.
This is a 100% Syrah with a low 12.5% abv, fermented in 100% stainless steel. Rose petals and a stony frame encompass notes of raspberry and tangerine. High-point acidity adds a crispness to the clean finish.