Sometimes, the word ‘value’ in wine conjures connotations of marginal grocery store offerings with bargain-bin prices. But the world of wine is vast, and there are plenty of genuinely high-quality bottlings to be found for solid prices—if you know where to look. This week’s Tasting Highlights serves as a primer on recently reviewed quality wines, including Pinot Noir from Carneros, Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma Merlot and more, all priced between $11 and $35.
The Merlot Sonoma County from St. Francis is plush and generous, with appealing red currant, cherry and toasty spice flavors that linger on the finish. Drink now through 2032.
Excerpt Taken From: Wine Spectator
Author: Aaron Romano and Tim Fish
